The 2001 Shiraz Underhill boasts a dense ruby/purple color, a big, gorgeous, sweet nose of black fruits intermixed with white flowers, herbs, earth, oak, and spice, loads of character, and a super finish. The attractive texture reveals some serious tannin, but it is well-integrated into this broad, expansively-styled Shiraz. Aged in 50% new French oak, it needs 3-4 years of cellaring, and should keep for 15+. Importer: Rob McDonald, Old Bridge Cellars, Napa, CA; tel. (707) 258-9552