The 2006 Shiraz was barrel-fermented and aged for 14 months in 85% new oak with the barrels 90% American and 10% French. Saturated purple in color it reveals a splendid bouquet of smoke pencil lead bacon grilled meat and blueberry. Supple-textured and opulent this full-bodied Shiraz offers a range of spicy complex flavors superb balance and enough well-concealed tannin to support 5-7 years of additional cellaring. This hedonistic Shiraz should drink well through 2026.

Game and spices on the nose with dark fruits. A lovely balance to this wine, with sweet fruit and velvety tannins. The palate has refined flavors of spices and berries galore. A bit reserved right now, so give this some air. Why wait, pull the cork.