This style of wine is made for the express purpose of drinking with food. The nose suggests pretty rose and violet notes up front followed by a complex array of dark cherry fruit, wild herbs, exotic spices, oak and earth. It’s medium-full-bodied and dry on the palate with plum, coffee and herbs wound around fresh, dark cherry acidity. There is great structure and balance with a solid tannic frame and a long, complex and fleshy finish. Drink with tomato-based dishes, game, grilled steak, braised beef or medium-strong cheeses