($55, Hess Imports): A deep, dark Shiraz with plenty of power, Lehmann’s Eight Songs bottling has supple tannins.  The 14.5% alcohol is not out of place here because of the ripe, concentrated black fruit elements.  Emphasizing the juicy plummy side of Shiraz rather than the spice, this wine has remarkable smoothness and will appeal to those who value intensity over elegance. 87 Michael Apstein Jul 29, 2008