The 2003 “Jarrah” Shiraz is the product of a hot, dry vintage. Purple-colored, the restrained nose offers smoke, scorched earth, and black fruits. This leads to a lean, firm, structured Shiraz that is slightly tart in the finish. Alkoomi is located in the Frankland River region of Western Australia which is noted for its cool climate viticulture.Importer: Jane Delaney, The Ravensvale Group, Naples, FL; alkoomiwines.com.au Also tasted: 2007Late Harvest “White Label” (85)