The 2008 Alte Reben Shiraz comes from a single vineyard of vines planted in 1899. Very deep garnet-purple colored, it has pronounced notes of mocha, salami and licorice over earthy black cherry and mulberry fruit plus whiff of cedar. The palate displays a structured style with crisp acid and firm fine tannins cutting through the taut, muscular fruit, finishing long and savory. Give this Shiraz another 2 years or so in bottle to open and soften and drink it through 2020+. Importer: Epicurean Wines, Seattle, WA; tel. (206) 923-1376