Aged in American oak, 30% new, the 2009 Selkirk Shiraz has a deep garnet-purple color and notes of warm blackberries, black cherry compote and cedar with hints of baking spices and aniseed. Full-bodied and tautly structured with a medium-firm level of chewy tannins and lively acidity, it has a long, savory finish. Drink this one now to 2016. Importer: The Ravensvale Group, Naples, FL; tel. (800) 580-0052

(South Australia) Sweet cherry, vanilla, mocha, blueberry, redcurrant and spicy oak nose. Plush texture with alternating layers of summer fruit and savoury bacon. Dry oak finish. Drink 2011-2018. Alc: 14.5%. (16.13 points)

The 2007 Selkirk Shiraz was aged for 18 months in 30% new American oak. Aromas of cedar, plum, blueberry, and pepper lead to a slightly lean but tasty Shiraz with enough underlying structure to evolve for 2-3 years. It will offer a drinking window extending from 2011 to 2019. Importer: The Ravensvale Group, Naples, FL; tel. (800) 580-0052