From a top-notch estate in Victoria’s Heathcote region, the dense ruby/purple-colored 2004 Shiraz Georgia’s Paddock offers up scents of licorice, white pepper, cassis, and new barrel smells. Full-bodied, rich, and heady, its big, earthy style reflects the Cambrian soils of Heathcote. It should drink well for a decade. Importer: Gavin Speight, Old Bridge Cellars, Napa, CA; tel. (707) 258-9552

Raw and youthful, with sharp tannins and sharper acidity around a focused core of cherry, raspberry and white pepper flavors that linger on the finish. Needs time to soften. Best after 2008. 75 cases imported.??–HS??Region: Australia / Victoria / Heathcote Select to Add

Seems a bit overripe and pruny, although it will have fans for its soft tannins, lush texture and mouthfilling presence.——J.C.(11/1/2008)—— 85