Textbook aromas of black pepper, dense dark berries, wood spice and vanilla emanate from the glass.  Slightly smoky upon entry with chewy black fruit and fresh acidity to balance. Baking spice, vanilla, and black pepper linger on the finish of this fuller-bodied wine.

Grilled preparations, Hearty stew, Red Meat, Roasted Root Vegetables, Slow-smoked Barbeque/BBQ Sauce, Tomato Sauce, Wild Game