The 2005 MERLOT SHIRAZ is a little livelier than the Cabernet Merlot. It has modest depth, but some grip (in this case, not necessarily a good thing) on the finish, along with some olive notes. It is a modestly scaled wine that is correct and proper, best as an everyday wine. Drink now-2011. Importer: Royal Wine Corp, Bayonne, N.J.; tel: (718) 534-0118.