The opaque purple-colored 2005 Dry Land Cabernet Sauvignon was aged for 24 months in 50% new French oak. The expressive nose reveals cedar, tobacco, red currants, and a hint of eucalyptus/mint that jumps from the glass. On the palate it exhibits a lean, racy personality with a tannic firmness and enough fruit to evolve for two years. It will provide fine drinking from 2010 to 2018. Reilly’s entry level wines are labeled “Barking Mad” and generally offer excellent value. All of the wines noted below in italics are worth a try.Importer: Southern Starz, Huntington Beach, CA; tel. (714) 892-3030