The color is deep royal red. The nose is redolent with rich cherry, red and black fruits. On the palate jammy raspberry, blackberry and cherry predominate. The finish is rich, and silky with soft spices all wrapped with a nice blanket of vanilla.
Pairing:
Proteins: Red Meat- BBQ (sweet not spicy), grilled, roasted, Hamburgers/Hot Dogs, BBQ Chicken.
Veggies: Grilled or roasted, mushrooms or vegetable dishes Flavors: Herbs; basil, oregano, rosemary, thyme, rich sauces, casseroles, red wine sauces, spicy foods.
Cheeses; strong, rich, blue, feta, stilton