Bold notions of baked plums, crème de cassis and blueberry preserves plus wafts of pencil shavings, fragrant earth and cedar chest. Medium to full-bodied, the palate delivers mouth-coating black fruit preserves with compelling herbal sparks and a firm, grainy texture, finishing long and lively.

Food Pairing: VENISON, SHANGHAI CUISINE, ROASTED MEAT

Varietal: CAB SAUV, MERLOT, CAB FRANC