There are obvious times when a big, high-energy wine such as this is called for, the most predictable occasions being...
Penfolds, South Australia (Australia) Shiraz / Mourvèdre 2008
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Wolf Blass, South Australia (South Australia, Australia) Cabernet Sauvignon 2008
An impressive Cabernet, with deep, cassis-like flavors, evident but not obtrusive oak flavor, and a long finish. The...
David Hickinbotham, South Australia (Australia) Merlot 2008
This is a most unusual Merlot, and generally not my preferred style, but it does have its charms. This full-blown Aussie...
Penfolds, Adelaide (South Australia, Australia) Shiraz 2008
Offering excellent value, this is a substantial red wine, full of juicy fruit but balanced and focused, with layered...
Shirvington, McLaren Vale (South Australia, Australia) Cabernet Sauvignon 2008
This particular vintage of Shirvington’s splendid Cabernet makes me think of the recently deceased Tony...
Paringa, South Australia (Australia) Merlot 2008
When you think of Australian red wines, Merlot is not a variety that comes to mind. This 2008 Paringa Merlot from...
Paringa, South Australia (Australia) Shiraz 2008
Love it or hate it, Aussie Shiraz is a wine that shouldn’t be ignored. This Paringa Shiraz is made from...
Paringa, South Australia (Australia) Cabernet Sauvignon 2008
Made entirely from Cabernet Sauvignon from South Australia’s Riverland district, this is a good example of what...
Paringa, South Australia (Australia) 2008
Sparkling Shiraz, once known as Sparkling Burgundy, is an Australian original, though it is little known by American wine...
Penfolds, South Australia (South Australia) Shiraz Mourvedre 2008
In the Bin 2 Shiraz Mourvedre Penfolds does what Australia does best, delivering a high-impact wine for a low-impact...
Strong Arms, South Australia (Australia) Shiraz 2008
A juicy Shiraz, with peppery undertones and good balance, with nothing out of place, this tastes harmonious on the...
Wolf Blass, Langhorne Creek (South Australia, Australia) Cabernet Sauvignon 2008
Its overall hue is as dark and purple as a shiny eggplant, and it has flavors of blue-black fruits, including blueberries,...