The nose is wild and complex with aromatic dried herbs, wet slate, mulberry, violets, boysenberry and asphalt. The palate shows restrained power and complexity, with vibrant inky fruits of black currants. Mocha and tobacco provide the flesh. The hallmark is the richly textured, umami like incredibly long and intense carry balanced by fine gravelly tannins.
Oven roasted duck
Cabernet Sauvignon's bold tannins balance the duck's richness and savory flavors.
Slow cooked barbecue ribs
Cabernet Sauvignon's bold tannins complement the rich, smoky flavors of BBQ ribs.
Slow roasted beef rib
Cabernet Sauvignon's bold tannins complement the rich, fatty prime rib.
Spicy cured meat pizza
Cabernet Sauvignon's bold tannins and dark fruit balance the richness and fat of the pizza.
Cabernet Sauvignon's tannins balance the rich, grilled meat flavors.
Cabernet Sauvignon's bold tannins complement the spicy, peppery beef flavors.