The 2005 Shiraz “Springflat” was aged for 18 months in 50% new French oak with the balance equal portions of seasoned French and American oak. It emits an alluring bouquet of cedar, saddle leather, boysenberry, mulberry, blackberry, and blueberry compote. Opulent, layered, with tons of flavor nicely concealing a blanket of ripe tannins, this superb Shiraz will evolve for 6-8 years and drink well through 2025. The 2005 Shiraz “Springflat Pressings” is similarly styled but slightly more dense and packed than the Springflat. It should offer slightly more aging potential. Importer: No American importer; no web site located.