Light, approachable and charming is the supple, medium-bodied, deep ruby/plum-colored 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon Phoenix. It offers sweet aromas of cedar, spice box, and currants, and a supple texture. Enjoy it over the next 4-6 years. Importer: Old Bridge Cellars (Rob McDonald), Napa, CA; tel. (707) 258-9552

Dark, dense and juicy, with ripe blackberry, black pepper and cedar flavors that broaden and linger on the firm-grained, delicately spicy finish. Best from 2003 through 2010. 5,000 cases made.??–HS??Region: Australia / Coonawarra Select to Add

Full, deep red. Complex nose features plum, black raspberry, leather, fresh herbs and smoky oak. Supple, ripe flavors of red fruits, iron and tobacco nicely framed by harmonious acidity. This has palate presence, balance and subtlety, not to mention soil character. Finishes with fine tannins and good grip and persistence.