Very deep garnet-purple colored, the 2005 ‘The Brave’ Shiraz has a seriously earthy / savory character, emitting aromas of dark chocolate covered coffee beans, hung meat, moss covered tree bark, damp humus, slightly burnt toast and nuts over warm blueberries and blackberry preserves plus a whiff of prunes. Very full-bodied, rich and powerful in the mouth, it has medium-firm velvety tannins and medium high acid, finishing long and earthy. Drink it now through 2015. No known USA importer.