Deep ruby color lightly blended with garnet red and reflections of violet. Engaging bouquet with alternating hints of red fruit preserves, dried roses and black cherry with subtler tones of dark spice, tobacco and black pepper. Enticing, warm and round, bright acidity with soft, beguiling tannins balanced with great structure and persistence. Best with pasta and light risotto dishes, veal, beef carpaccio, fried fish with fresh tomato purée, grilled shellfish, light and medium aged cheeses.