The fleshy, velvety-textured, elegant 1999 Shiraz Hyland is a good value. Its deep ruby/purple color is followed by aromas and flavors of chocolate, blackberries, and pepper presented in a medium-bodied, supple format. Drink it over the next 4-5 years. Importer: Old Bridge Cellars (Rob McDonald), Napa, CA; tel. (707) 258-9552

Ripe and generous, rounder than most Coonawarra Shirazes, offering blueberry and plum character in abundance, nicely shaded with white pepper and dried tomato notes. A beguiling wine, a good bet for cellaring. Best from 2004 through 2011. 5,000 cases made.??–HS??Region: Australia / Coonawarra Select to Add