The 2002 Shiraz Angel’s Share (100% Shiraz from McLaren Vale) exhibits a saturated ruby/purple color as well as tight to the vest aromas of black fruits, forest floor, flowers, and tar. Medium to full-bodied, moderately tannic, and closed, with a touch of austerity, it is a well-made, long Shiraz to consume over the next 4-7 years. Importers: Elliot Bay Distributing, Seattle, WA; tel. (206) 850-5059, and Ronnie Sanders, Vine St. Imports, Philadelphia, PA; tel. (215) 473-9463

Dark and juicy, brimming with black cherry, blackberry and spice flavors, echoing with white pepper, supple but lively with acidity. Has class and lots of potential. Drink now through 2008. 2,000 cases imported.??–HS??Region: Australia / McLaren Vale Select to Add

Nose is a sexy cocktail of pastry crust, black fruit and caramel—palate flavors are similar but more subdued. Still, there’s nice grip in the back palate. Finishes with fine, oaky tannins.——D.T.(12/31/2003)—— 86