An impressive dense ruby/purple color is followed by a sweet nose of black fruits, earth, and coffee. This full-bodied, rich, pure, dense 2002 Shiraz Limited Release should drink well for 7-8 years. Importer: The Australian Wine Connection, Carlsbad, CA; tel. (760) 438-5714

This is a lavishly oaked wine, filled with scents of caramel, nuts, chocolate, toasted coconut, vanilla and coffee. It completely fills the mouth with creamy, lush flavor—a combination of vanilla and fruit syrup, with complexity added by touches of cracked pepper and meat. So easy to drink now; the only question is its future evolution.——J.C.(6/1/2007)—— 92