The dark ruby/purple-colored 1994 Cabernet Sauvignon Thomas Hardy exhibits classic aromas of cassis and oak (primarily American) in its moderately intense bouquet. The wine is full-bodied, supple, and cleanly made, with no hard edges. Drink it over the next 7-8 years. Importer: International Cellars, Chantilly, VA; tel. (703) 968-0067

Ripe and elegant, a refined style of Cabernet that emphasizes open texture and lovely currant, berry and herb flavors. Drink now through 2009. 2,000 cases made, 600 cases imported.??–HS??Region: Australia / Coonawarra Select to Add

The opaque, heavy body announces that this is a serious wine, and it is. Still youthful despite several years of bottle age, there’s plenty of toast, coffee, menthol and wood on the nose. Dark berry fruit (cassis) and tobacco flavors. A big, solid bruiser that has deservedly won a truckload of awards in its native Down Under.——W.E.(3/1/2000)—— 90