($20, Vineyard Brands):  Neil Ellis produces consistently high quality wines at all price levels.  This, an upper tier Shiraz, is well worth it not because it is more powerful, but because it’s more complex.  Not over-the-top, it’s a lovely balance of layers of spice and black fruit.  Supple tannins allow for current enjoyment. 90 Michael Apstein Feb 16, 2010