Intense dark cherry red color. Beguiling aromas of smoke, cedar and tobacco, violets, macerated black currants and plums; quite earthy and minerality; dried herbs, hints of black pepper. Nicely integrated oak and tannin lend a texture that’s almost velvety, though the finish gets pretty rigorous. A versatile wine that will bring class to traditional roasts or barbequed meats and if you are not a meat-eater, a grilled Portabello mushroom with butter and garlic could be a great pairing.