Aromatic with ripe black and red cherry, blackcurrant and berry fruit, baking spice and sweet tobacco with red and black licorice. Dry on the palate, nearly full bodied, with ripe black cherry, cassis and red fruit, baking spice and oak accents with sustained ripe primary and mostly black fruit, dried autumn leaf and cocoa. The finish is fresh and moderately long, showing lingering cherry and berry notes with oak and barrel spice nicely supported by fine, balanced tannins. This is a versatile food pairing wine that makes it a great go-to red for many pairings ranging from a picnic of artisanal cheese and charcuterie to a Philly cheese