Tons of bottles of this easy, polished Syrah will wash down huge quantities of burgers, hot dogs and pizzas, and will make millions of people happy for the wine's cherry, cocoa and spice flavors and gentle tannins.——S.H.(10/1/2007)—— 83

Nilla Wafers or graham crackers accent candied raspberry fruit in this lightweight but enjoyable quaffer. Not complex or concentrated, just good, everyday wine at a bargain price. ——W.E.(9/1/2005)—— 85

Smells pleasant, with plum, blackberry and oak notes, but turns rather thin and tannic in the mouth. Very dry, with some fruit and herb flavors.——S.H.(12/1/2004)—— 83

This simple, Chianti-like Shiraz shows cedar, blackberry and leather from start to finish. It’s medium-weight, and has a dusty-cocoa bouquet, and a sweet, dried-spicy finish.——W.E.(10/1/2001)—— 83