Box Stallion, Dolcetto 2004, Mornington Peninsula ($17)

Acquired this at the cellar door. The 2006 which we tasted just beforehand was totally different what with its rosemary bouquet. No English country garden here. Stewed cherry and blackberry on the nose and a fair dose of tannin. Probably at its best after one hour of airing when the dustiness came off it leaving a glossy palate experience. 14.6% alcohol has very high, but I couldn't taste the heat one would expect from such levels. For $17 this is good value.