The 2005 The Boxer Shiraz (primarily from McLaren Vale followed by Langhorne Creek and Padthaway) exhibits a black/blue/purple color an incredible density of fruit along with that tell-tale purity blackberries white flowers melted chocolate sweet licorice and subtle wood. Full-bodied beautifully textured and layered with an awesome finish it should drink well for 4-6+ years. Two more expensive Mollydooker cuvees will be reviewed in my full Australian report in the October issue.

Dark and dense. A big wine yet lively with nutmeg- and cinnamon-scented blackberry cherry and licorice flavors balanced against firm but well-integrated tannins. Needs some time to soften. Best from 2007 through 2014. 14194 cases made. –HS