Appearance medium ruby with garnet flecks
(note the clear edges indicating the wine's age)
(note the clear edges indicating the wine's age)
Aromas ripe cherry, blueberry, vanilla bean, molasses, leather, dried leaves, bay leaf, eucalyptus
Palate blackberry sauce, cassis, white pepper, eucalyptus, black tea, lush body, soft tannins, puckery acidity, extended finish
Food Pairing Suggestions
grilled meats, Italian sausage, venison and brisket, tomato based pasta dishes such as lasagna or spaghetti, beef stew or chili and cheeses such as Parmesan, aged Cheddar or Gouda, Asiago or Pepper Jack
grilled meats, Italian sausage, venison and brisket, tomato based pasta dishes such as lasagna or spaghetti, beef stew or chili and cheeses such as Parmesan, aged Cheddar or Gouda, Asiago or Pepper Jack