Tight and focused, playing out its iron-accented cherry and roasted meat flavors on a lithe frame. Best from 2012 through 2017. 1,200 cases imported.??–HS??Region: Australia / McLaren Vale Select to Add

There’s a healthy 8% Viognier in the blend, but this wine doesn’t come across as overtly apricotty. Instead, it delivers big blueberries and blackberries on the nose and hints of plum and cola, with just a hint of raisining. It’s full bodied—almost viscous in texture—balanced by crisp acids on the finish. Drink now-2016.——J.C.(2/1/2010)—— 88

Smooth, ripe and generous. A hint of apricot adds interest to the mocha-accented blackberry flavors, finishing polished and refined. Drink now through 2014. 800 cases imported.??–HS??Region: Australia / McLaren Vale Select to Add