Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2008 Sharktooth Shiraz has pronounced notes of warm cassis, black plums and blueberry preserves with hints of toasty cedar, violets and fertile loam. Generously fruited and full bodied, it is well structured with a medium-high level of acid and medium-firm fine-grained tannins, finishing with lingering notes of toast, anise and yeast extract. Approachable now, it should drink best through 2020+. Importer: CLD Imports, Barrington, IL; tel. (847) 898-9500