From McLaren Vale, the 2005 Shiraz Angel’s Share (the only Two Hands cuvee aged completely in American wood) is a wine of considerable intensity. Its inky/purple color is accompanied by scents of graphite, smoky oak, black currants, chocolate, and cedar. This fabulously rich, full-bodied, voluptuously-styled red should drink well for a decade. Importer: Paterno Imports, Lake Bluff, IL; tel. (847) 604-8900

Lithe and focused, with a surprising but appealing root beer note weaving through the blackberry and licorice flavors, which linger gently against firm tannins and tangy acidity on the finish. Has impeccable balance. Drink now through 2011. 4,334 cases imported.??–HS??Region: Australia / McLaren Vale Select to Add

Forward and youthful, this Shiraz shows lifted blueberry and blackberry jam flavors, plus accents of tangy oak and earth. An over-the-top, drink-now wine. Imported by Paterno Wines International.——D.T.(10/1/2006)—— 87