Very intense and brilliant ruby red. The aromas are fine rich, well expressed, recalls ripe small red berries, spices and dark flowers such as violets. The palate is full, harmonious, pleasant, the tannins are silky and well balanced by the richness in fruit. The persistence is pleasant and lengthy. This is a perfect wine for the table and is very versatile, apt for important first courses, roasts, tasty cheeses and cold cuts. The harmonious and graceful power of this wine requires food that is intense in taste but not too fatty or greasy.