Aromas include dried cherries, blueberry and touches of savory herbs.  Slight herb on entry with flavors of cooked strawberries and plums.  Tannins are supple in the medium-plus bodied wine with a long fruit-driven finish.

Charcuterie, Chicken/Turkey, Duck, Grilled preparations, Hearty stew, Lamb, Mexican, Pizza, Red Meat, Roasted Root Vegetables, Slow-smoked Barbeque/BBQ Sauce, Tapas, Tomato Sauce