The 2005 Shiraz “Old Chestnut” from Paracombe, a sub-region of the Adelaide Hills, was aged in 100% French oak. Black/purple-colored, it reveals aromas of cedar, smoke, sausage, and blueberry. Layered and extracted, it has intense, spicy black fruit flavors, ripe tannins, and excellent balance. Give it several years of additional bottle age and drink it through 2020. Importer: Ronnie Sanders, Vine Street Imports, Philadelphia, PA; www.killibinbin.com.au; Also tasted: 2005 Shiraz “Sandtrap” (84)