Ripe and generous, with a round texture of fine tannins and oodles of currant, plum and pepper flavors that echo nicely on the finish. Best from 2003 through 2008. 3,500 cases made, 350 cases imported.??–HS??Region: Australia / Coonawarra Select to Add

Rich coffee and _mocha aromas mixed with some grassiness start it off, followed by smoked meat, plum and cassis on the palate. While there isn’t much complexity here, it’s a good, forward wine with mostly healthy, chunky fruit. “Verve” could be its middle name, and it’s fairly easy to drink. ——M.S.(12/15/2002)—— 86