The 2005 Draycott Shiraz also contains 5% Mourvedre. The Shiraz was sourced from a 45-year-old vineyard and the wine was aged in French oak 35% new. Purple-colored the nose reveals toasty oak mineral licorice black raspberry and blueberry. Medium-bodied and elegant the wine offers layers of savory flavors outstanding depth and a long smooth finish. The wine has enough stuffing to permit 5-7 years of further evolution in bottle but can be enjoyed now and over the next 12-15 years. -Jay Miller

Ripe and supple showing a distinct black pepper note running through the rich cherry and sweet leather flavors with the fruit lingering on the plush finish. Rich without being over the top. Best from 2009 through 2017. 490 cases made. -HS