This wine is dry and full-bodied. On the nose are rich, fruit-driven characters of blackcurrant, blackberries, and black plums. Integration of French and Hungarian oak barrels adds to its complexity, lending notes of toast and cloves. Longevity is provided by structured tannins that aid a pleasantly long finish.
Serve it with beef or lamb stew, sticky barbeque ribs, or a hearty stew.