Swanson Vineyards Merlot 2005

The task of capturing Merlot at optimum phenolic ripeness may not get easier, but at least we learn more about what to look for with each passing year. The 2005, I believe proves this point. This is an ‘iron fist in a velvet glove’ wine, with the extract and power ... more

Yalumba Hand Picked Shiraz Viognier 2006

Full depth red in colour with purple hues. Full of warmth and florals, showing bright blueberry, coffee, cedar, anise and a subtle aromatic sweetness from the Viognier. A wine of purity, fineness and texture. Full-bodied, beautifully weighted and finishing with powdery tannins. more

Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2005

The 2005 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon beautifully expresses the full aromatic ripeness of this exemplary vintage. It is full bodied and yet refined, and consistent in its color, aroma, palate and finish. It has a dark garnet color and a nose of black cherry, clove, cinnamon, lavender and licorice. It ... more

Alto Moncayo Veraton 2007

This wine exudes the sweet smell of oak with a hint of cedar. The mouth is soft and fruity, having a lusciousness that is true to the house style. more

Château Montelena Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2004

The Montelena earthy-berry aroma is very concentrated, showing lovely, classic Cabernet, warm earth and sun baked cassis with licorice and spice. On the palate there is integration of strong, deep, concentrated fruit in a perfect balance. Super fine tannin grips the palate, with ripe, round flavors that dance right on ... more

Kangarilla Road Cabernet Sauvignon 2006

Colour: Deep red with garnet hues. Bouquet: Aromas of dark berries combine with hints of paprika and earthy richness. Palate: The palate is full of rich dark savoury fruit leaving trails of dark chocolate, cherries and sweet chalky tannins.  more

Lancaster Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2005

Estate grown, produced and bottled, our 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon has lush ripeness, with deep black cherry and cassis characters, accented by anise, cacao, vanilla and bittersweet chocolate. Structured tannins and layers of complexity extend over the long finish. Aged 22 months in French oak barrels, the wine was bottled unfiltered. more

Vall Llach Priorat Embruix 2005

Sourced primarily from 8-10 year old estate vines, Embruix (Catalan for "bewitching") de Vall Llach exhibits an enchanting crimson folor with an amethyst halo. Full of mature fruit, dark minerals and sweet spices, including nutmeg and anise seed, this wine is complex and full bodied. more

Robert Craig Mt. Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon 2005

Aroma: A focused nose of deep blackberry and cassis, laced with white chocolate, a touch of anise, smoky cedar and tobacco. Flavors: Mouth- filling mountain fruit and cassis predominate, underlain with mocha, bay leaf and licorice. Finish: The full palette of Mt Veeder flavors carries through on a long finish, ... more

Austin Hope Hope Family Vineyard Grenache 2005

The aromas of wild strawberry are bright, but soft, with hints of cedar, rose petal, camphor and earthy, truffle-like notes. Ripe berry leads to soft cocoa on the mid-palate with a chalky, seamless texture of well-integrated tannins that offer a long and elegant finish. more

Clarendon Hills Brookman Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2003

This wine has a very pure expression of Cabernet blackcurrant, chocolate and cedar all matured in 100% new French oak totally integrated, matures very well. Cellar 10-15 years. more

Shafer Relentless 2006

This blend of Syrah and Petite Sirah is a juicy feast of black plum, blackberries, meatiness, coffee, briar fruit, black pepper and mocha. The ripe tannins bring it all together for a delicious, long-lasting finish. Food Affinities: A heavyweight like Relentless complements similar concentrated flavors found in dishes such as ... more