From Southeastern Australia to our grocer's doorstep. Picked up in the imports section of the wine aisle at the local supermarket earlier today after a day at the beach. First bottle was a rather forgettable Chilean merlot that does not warrant it's own entry. Second bottle opened as the half moon rose was a shiraz that claimed to be a cabernet. I know a Shiraz when I imbue one, and it isn't a cabernet. After first pour while waiting for the freshly released to breathe a glance at the label was in order.

The Lindemans Cawarra range, named after the original homestead of Dr. Henry Lindeman, is made with the modern lifestyle in mind.

Varietally expressive wines are crafted in an easy-drinking, contemporary style that deliviers maximum enjoyment in any social occasion.

While waiting for this to decant I had to wonder, who the hell says "varietally" or writes it on a wine lable expecting consumers to understand. Then, I understood, it was one of those words. I am still rather ambivalent about the "modern lifestyle" part unless it was referring to the horrid plastic cork producers have started to use. Does it refer to an alternative lifestyle? Modern meaning the URL is included? Who knows.

First impressions: Wham Bam I'm Shiraz Ma'am! Hear me roar. Immediately shadowed by the smoothest soothing cab you've ever had the pleasure to meet. Undeniable berry tones laugh and promise to be a fine balance to a well aged brie if not tuna steak. More please!

Last impressions: Damn, we should have gotten another bottle!

Cost: 3.50 euros
URL: www.lindemans.com.au, the cabernet (.pdf).