Wine Spectator 2009 Top 120 Wines for $25 or less

37. THE LACKEY Shiraz South Australia 2006
Score: 89 points
Price: $15.00
Issue: Oct 15, 2009
This complex red offers layers of spice and mineral that weave through the ripe blackberry and licorice flavors, playing against a light burr of tannins as it all lasts on the generous finish. Drink now through 2014. 3,000 cases imported. –HS

86. KILIKANOON Shiraz South Australia Killerman's Run 2007
Score: 88 points
Price: $20.00
Issue: Oct 15, 2009
This velvety red is tight with blueberry, currant and crushed rock aromas and flavors, lingering easily. Drink now through 2014. 5,000 cases imported. –HS

118. KILIKANOON Shiraz-Grenache South Australia Killerman's Run 2007
Score: 87 points
Price: $20.00
Issue: Oct 15, 2009
Ripe, chewy and distinctive for its dark chocolate, cherry and dried blueberry flavors, lingering on the slightly hot finish. Drink now through 2012. 2,000 cases imported. –HS