The red wines begin with the 2006 Shiraz “Hales.” It was aged for 12 months in French and American oak; 10% of the latter was new. It offers an enticing bouquet of wood-smoke, earth, bacon, and blueberry. Supple-textured, plush, and friendly, it has gobs of flavor, excellent grip and length, and enough structure to evolve for 2-3 years. Drink it through 2016. The whites at Rolf Binder Wines are made by Christa Deana, Rolf Binder’s sister.Importer: Michael Opdahl, Joshua Tree Imports, Duarte, CA; www.rolfbinder.com

Firm in texture, with drying tannins and earthy, metallic flavors that make this feel tough. 12,000 cases imported.??–HS??Region: Australia / Barossa / Barossa Valley Select to Add