Featured By The Glass Offerings
White/Pink
House Chardonnay - Born of Fire. Columbia Valley, WA 2022 13/52
Rosé - Dark Harvest. Columbia Valley, WA 2022 12/48
Sauvignon Blanc/Rolle - Three French Hens. Languedoc, FR 2020 12/48
Classic Southern French blend of 70% Sauvignon Blanc and 30% Rolle. Citrus notes keep this wine bright and zippy on the palate while maintaining a dry finish. Excellent warm weather wine on its own, but it’s fresh acidity makes it a natural pairing with seafood, and fresh dishes.
Gruner Veltliner - Field Recordings, “Morrow View Vineyard.” Edna Valley, CA 2020 14/56
A Californian interpretation of this classic Austrian varietal. Apples, wild flowers, jasmine tea, a bit of pineapple, and just a touch of white pepper make this wine complex and fun. Mild acidity with a clean dry finish.
Pinot Grigio - Pasqua “Black Label.” Delle Venezie, IT 2022 13/52
Big bouquet of fruity notes ranging from apple, to peach, to tropical flavors greet the nose. Fresh acidity and a touch of residual sweetness makes for a smooth and refreshing experience.
Pecorino - Poggio Anima. Terre di Chieti, IT 2021 13/52
Green apple, pear, and citrus notes backed by subtle sea salt minerality. A top notch pairing with fresh seafood, but also an excellent choice with chicken and feta cheese.
House Cava - Flama D’Or. Vila-Rodona, SP 12/48
Bright tight bubbles. Dry on the palate with notes of crisp green apple and citrus peel.
Orange Wine - Borgo Savaian, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, IT NV 15/60
“Skins are Kings” is the mantra behind this lovely skin contacted white wine. Color is a rich yellow/orange. Flavors display a complex array of citrus, earth, and a slight yeastiness which finishes clean and dry. An excellent pairing with a charcuterie board.
Rhone Style Blend - Alluvium Cellars “Apricity.” Horse Heaven Hills, WA 2023 16/64
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White Burgundy - Victor Sornin, Beaujolais-Lantignie, FR 2022 14/56
This 100% French Chardonnay delivers a much cleaner and refreshing expression than its oaky/buttery Washingtonian counterpart. Stainless steel fermentation allows notes of crisp apple, lemon, and fresh hay to really shine.
Red
House Rosso - Essenza. Toscana, IT 2019 12/48
Classic Sangiovese, bright and vibrant with excellent structure. A small addition of Merlot for a smooth, round character and a dry finish.
Montepulciano - Marabelle. Abruzzo, IT 2023 13/52
Medium in body with bright cherry notes. Delightfully tart with an extra smooth finish.
Pinot Noir - L’Umami. Willamette, OR 2023 15/60
A classic Willamette-style Pinot Noir. Delicate red fruit flavors of cherry and cranberry with subtle floral and vanilla notes are supported by mildly funky barnyard and forest floor earthiness.
Gamay Noir - Broadley Vineyards. Willamette Valley, OR 2021 15/60
Barbaresco - Cascina Alberta “Giacone.” Piedmont, IT 2020 24/92
Super Tuscan - Villa Antinori. Tuscany, IT 2021 16/64
Bold yet silky smooth blend of Tuscan varietals from the legendary Antinori family.
Cabernet Sauvignon - Scattered Peaks. Napa Valley, CA 2021 20/80
Although dry conditions of the 2021 growing season produced lower yields; it also it also resulted in a more natural load on the vines, requiring less pruning and dropping of fruit. The resulting grapes are packed full of flavor. 18 months in French oak, 50% new barrels. Classic bold Napa Cab.
Malbec - Chateau Les Croisille “Les Croizillon.” Cahors, FR 2020 15/60
Malepere - Domaine Girard “Pic Des 3 Seigneurs.” Côtes Malepere Languedoc, FR 2021 14/56
Located at the feet of the Pyrenees the vineyard experiences high altitudes with cool Atlantic and mild Mediterranean influences. This silky smooth blend of Merlot and Cab Franc is managed organically, fermented with native wild yeast, hand-harvested, and lightly filtered. Rich and brambly, this is an excellent pairing with bold meat dishes.
Red Blend - Sparkman Cellars “Wilderness.” Yakima, WA 2021 15/60
Celebrated Sparkman Cellars showcases a base of Yakima Syrah that’s rounded out with Petite Sirah, and Grenache. The experience is rich and smoky, with a complex range of earth and barrel notes embedded in bold fruit presence.
After Dinner Wine
Offered in 1.5 or 3 oz. pours.
Vin Santo - Felsina. Chianti Classico, IT 2015 20/30
Ruby Port - Smith Woodhouse “Lodge Reserve.” Duoro Valley, PT 11/16.5
10 Year Tawny Port - Kopke 10/15
20 Year Tawny Port - Kopke 19/28.5
30 Year Tawny Port - Sandeman 22/33
Hallelujah Port - Sparkman Cellars 12/18
By The Bottle Selections
OLD WORLD
White/PINK/BUBBLES
Moscato D’Asti - Saracco (half bottle). IT 2021 32
The medium sweetness one would expect from an old-world Moscato doesn’t wear out its welcome or take center stage before allowing blossoming white flowers, honey-drizzled peaches, citrus, and tropical fruit to impact the palate. Great with gelato or sorbet of course, but also magnificent with spicier dishes.
Pinot Grigio - Jermann DOC, IT 2022 81
Intense fruit aromas are composed seamlessly with wet stone and minerals. Dry with lots of pear, apple, peach, and a crisp citrusy finish. Charred seafood and cheesy risottos make a wonderful pairing with this classic.
Albarino - Eladio Pineiro “Envidiacochina.” Rias Baixas, SP 2022 98
The Rais Baixas region of Spain with its mineral rich soil is touted for its world-class Albarino production, and this bottle from Eladio Piniero is outstanding. Polished silky smooth texture, with notes of tree fruits and minerals. An elegant choice will drink well on its own or with seafood and fresh pastas.
White Burgundy - Jean-Yves Devevey "Champs Perdix." Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes de Beaune, FR 2018 110
Rosé - Domaine OTT “BY.OTT.” Côtes De Provence, FR 2023 105
Acclaimed Rosé producer Domaine Ott achieves the signature gentle pink complexion of their Rosé by using a very short maceration process of four varietals, predominantly Grenache and Cinsault. Dry on the palate with lots of strawberry, pitted fruit, and modest bits of bubble gum and cotton candy; the mid-palate transitions into fresh melon with a touch of citrus and minerals prompting a crisp bright finish.
Prosecco Superiore - Valdo “Numero 10.” Valdobbiadene, IT 2019 90
Much like Champagne, but unique to Prosecco, a re-fermentation within the bottle is allowed to occur with Numero 10. This crucial step in the production crafts smaller livelier bubbles to help carry the apple, pear, citrus, and yeasty brioche notes within. Excellent pairing with cured meats, white fish, shellfish and vegetarian dishes.
Chenin Blanc - Domaine De La Paleine “Esprit de Chenin.” Puy Notre Dame, FR 2020 84
From just outside the Saumur region of the Liore Valley, known for it’s unique minerality derived from it’s tuffeau limestone soil.
Crement de Limoux Brut - J. Laurens. Crement de Limoux, FR NV 65
Brut - Louis Armand. Champagne, FR NV 120
Brut - Veuve Clicquot “Yellow Label”, Champagne, FR NV 220
After 250 years of crafting some of the most respected and consumed Champagnes in the world it needs no introduction. Bold with tiny bubbles and charming acidity that conspire to invigorate lemon, crisp apple, pear, and toasty brioche flavors.
Cava Reserva Rosé Brut - Mestres “1312,” Catalonia, SP 2019 75
Pale pink with a fruity/buttery nose. Extra bottle aging, but no oak to ensure the roundness of the delicate red fruit and subtle nuttiness. Good acidity leads to a lengthy dry finish. Only 3500 bottles of this little gem produced in 2019.
NEW WORLD
White/PINK/BUBBLES
Viognier - Yalumba “The Y Series.” South Australia, AU 2021 45
Soft with a buttery texture; rich yet maintaining a dry finish. Wild yeast fermentation and 10 months of aging lends to an exotic array of aromatics and flavors. A spot-on coupling with spicy dishes like Grappa’s famous paella.
Sauvignon Blanc - Seresin, Marlborough, NZ 2023 80
Organically grown, hand-harvested, fermented with native wild yeast and given a gentle oak treatment for a more dimensional Sauvignon Blanc than most from the region. Citrus and gooseberry collide with tropical flavors and distant savory notes brought by a small addition of Semillon. Lucious but dry texture with fresh acidity for a lasting finish.
Orange Wine - David Hill “Rose.” Tualitin Hills, OR 2023 65
100% Gewurtztraminer from the Wirtz Estate Vineyard is allowed time on the skins to create a unique and approachable “orange wine.”
Riesling - Cateau St. Michelle “Eroica.” Columbia Valley, WA 2022 58
Riesling - David Hill “Last Pick.” Tualitin Hills, OR 2021 65
Chardonnay - Elouan. OR 2020 52
Sourced from three choice vineyards in western Oregon. The enticing floral nose makes a seamless segue into a fruit driven palate. Citrus and white pear stand tall with only a gentle oak treatment for added complexity.
Chardonnay - Booker Vineyard “My Favorite Neighbor.” San Luis Obispo, CA 2021 84
Classic Napa-style flavors of butterscotch and oak are present, but don’t overwhelm the lemon/lime, orange blossom, and mineral notes present in this one of a kind Chardonnay. Select grapes are sourced from small independent vineyards neighboring the winery, hence the name, “My Favorite Neighbor.”
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Chardonnay - Jordan Vineyards. Russian River Valley, Sonoma, CA 2019/2020 110
Medium to full-bodied, this Chardonnay has a creamy texture without being a butter bomb. Bright lemon is accentuated by crisp acidity. Pear, stone fruit, and tropical notes are balanced by barrel notes like vanilla, and toasted coconut. A versatile Chardonnay that makes a wonderful aperitif or pairing with salmon or roast chicken.
OLD WORLD Red
Sorted by region.
TUSCANY/UMBRIA
#53 - Umbria Rosso - Decugnado Dei Barbi “A.D. 1212.” Orvieto, IT 2019 82
#1 Chianti Classico - Orsumella. DOCG Chianti, IT 2020 70
Made with 100% organic Sangiovese, this Chianti is the everyday wine of Tuscany. Medium in body with balanced structure, showy red fruit, and a dry finish that ensures a crowd-pleasing quaff whether it’s a full dinner or an afternoon out with friends. This is the highest rated vintage yet from Orsumella.
#8 - Chianti Classico Riserva - Castello Di Volpaia. DOCG Chianti Classico, IT 2019 132
100% Sangiovese grown from exclusive ancient clones that thrive by forming deep roots into the tough rocky/sandy soil of this higher altitude vineyard. The result is bold with deep complexity; extra aging ensures smooth tannins and overall polished elegance.
#19 - Rosso di Montalcino – Val Di Suga, Tuscany, IT 2021 96
#7 - Sagratino - Arnaldo Caprai “Collepiano.” Umbria, IT 2019 156
Incredible bold red from central Italy. Fans of Nebbiolo will appreciate the thick assertive tannins, though less acid than Nebbiolo. Heaps of earth and barrel notes are backed up by dark fruit tones. Excellent wine with flavorful Italian meat centric entrees.
#21 - Cabernet Franc - Casadei, “Filare 18.” Tuscany, IT 2019 175
Cabernet Sauvignon’s more elegant cousin. Dark fruit flavors are layered over vanilla, pepper, and spice notes brought on by 18 to 24 months of barrel aging. A seemingly never-ending finish displays amazing symmetry between round tannins and pleasant acidity.
#58 - Brunello di Montalcino - La Gerla. DOCG Brunello di Montalcino, IT 2018 220
#11 - Brunello - Gaja “Pieve Santa Restituta Rennina.” DOCG Brunello di Montalcino, IT 2016 450
#55 - Red Blend - Casadei “Sogno Mediterranean.” Tuscany, IT 2020 71
A bold bouquet of cassis and subtle notes of pepper and plum are rounded out in this medium to full-bodied super Tuscan by a long dry finish of tobacco, oak, and vanilla. Balanced medium tannins and acidity make this Syrah-heavy GSM a great dinner wine, and complex enough to satisfy a refined palate.
Cellar - Red Blend - Gaja, Camarcanda, Bolgheri IT 2018 405
PIEDMONT
#50 - Barbera D’Alba - Villadoria. DOC Piedmont, IT 2021 68
#60 - Barbera D’Asti - Prunotto “Fiulot.” DOCG Piedmont, IT 2022 80
#12 - Barbera - Castello di Perno. DOCG Nizza, IT 2018 110
#56 - Barolo - Dominico Clerico. Del Comune Di Monforte D’Alba, IT 2019 150
#30 - Barolo - Castello di Perno “Castelletto.” Barolo, IT 2017 205
#20 - Barbaresco - Negro Angelo. Barbaresco, IT 2020 112
#13 - Barbaresco - Elvio Cogno. Bordini, IT 2019 180
Cellar - Barbaresco - Gaja “Costa Russi.” IT 2016 750
VENETO/FRIULI
#6 - Veronese - Allegrini. Palazzo Della Torre, IT 2018 69
“The Palace of Towers” is a cleverly blended medium to full-bodied, dry-leaning red. Relying heavily on both fresh and dried Corvina grapes makes for a wonderfully complex but balanced wine that lands somewhere between Amarone and Ripasso. Fine-grained tannins and mild acidity have earthy risottos and meaty red sauces writing love letters to this palatial blend.
#57 - Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore - Bussola. Ca’ del Laito DOC, IT 2019 84
Dark fruit and vanilla play nicely with earthier tones of leather, oak, and spice to make this balanced ripasso versatile enough for roasted meats, saucy pasta, and rich cheese.
#23 - Amarone - Famiglia Pasqua. DOCG Valpolicella, IT 2019 152
Famiglia Pasqua only produces Amarone from their best vintages to ensure a consistent but explosive and complex character. Dried Corvina, Rondinella, Corvinone, and Negrara grapes deliver concentrated cassis and black fruit flavors. 20 months in oak ensures soft tannins and silky texture with an array of vanilla, spice, and herbaceous barrel notes. Outstanding with rich red sauces, roasted vegetables or an after dinner nightcap amongst friends.
Cellar - Amarone Riserva - Fumanelli “Octavius.” DOCG Valpolicella, IT 2010 470
The magnum opus of the Fumanelli family. Hand selected dried grapes are aged for 48 months resulting a a deep, rich wine. Tannins are smooth with soft acidity. Long lasting flavors of ripe and dried fruit are accompanied by licorice and dark chocolate. This meritorious Amarone is truly something special.
#10 - Pignolo - Castello Di Buttrio, IT 2014 144
Dark-skinned and ideal for aging, the Pignolo grape of northern Italy produces a bold dryer wine that’s perfect with meatier Italian cuisine. Given a little time to open up, the palate is greeted with hints of dark chocolate, leather, and black currant.
FRANCE
#43 - Cotes Du Rhone - Domaine Jean-Louis Chave “Mon Coeur.” Cotes Du Rhone, FR 2020 90
#25 - Red Burgundy - Domaine Nudant. DOC Ladoix, FR 2018 115
Organic Pinot Noir grapes from 40+ year-old vines are picked and sorted by hand. This wine displays a generous nose of red fruit, with a bit of earth, and just a hint of menthol that lead to a nuanced yet powerful expression of the varietal. A classic cru of Burgundy.
#4 - Bordeaux Blend - Chateau Dutruch Grand Poujeaux. Moulis-en-Medoc, FR 2016 125
Excellent bold and balanced Cab Sauv. dominant blend. Leathery tight tannins are made friendly and approachable by barrel notes of vanilla and tobacco with focused plummy and dark berry flavors. Great full flavored but not too heavy Bordeaux style to pair with any variety of cooked meats or a classic charcuterie board.
#2 - Chateauneuf-du-Pape - Chateau de Montfaucon. Chateauneuf-du-Pape, FR 2020 149
This beauty is bold and juicy with mild yet uplifting acidity. 95% Grenache rounded out with a bit of Mourvedre. A classic from a well respected producer in southern Rhone Valley.
#18 - Red Burgundy - Dubreuil “Savigny Les Talmettes 1er Cru.” Côte de Beaune, FR 2020 165
SPAIN/PORTUGAL
#15 - Camins Del Priorat - Alvaro Palacios, SP 2021 76
The most acclaimed vintage yet from dedicated Spanish wine-maker Alvaro Palacios. This bold and complex regional blend showcases Grenache as the base with Cab Sauv., Merlot, Syrah, and Carignan rounding out the all-star roster. Deep dark fruit flavors are impeccably balanced by oak and earth resonance, while proportional acid and tannins display a refined structure. Melds flawlessly with hearty meat dishes.
#5 - Red Blend - Macanita. Douro, PT 2019 88
#22 - QS2 - Quinta Sardonia, SP 2013 109
A broad foundation of Tempranillo coalesces with Cab Sauv., Petite Verdot, Malbec, and Syrah to a deep opaque expression that’s reflective of the black fruits, dark chocolate, and coffee on the palate. As it peaks in age this year, tannins and acidity are restrained just enough to underscore the glossy texture of this thoughtful blend.
GREECE
#17 - Aggelis Liatiko - Lyrarakis, Crete, GR 2021 75
NEW WORLD RED
Sorted by varietal.
CABERNET
#46 - Cabernet - Amavi. Walla Walla, WA 2019 93
The seven sustainable vineyards from family-owned Amavi have been producing some of the best fruit in Walla Walla since the 90s. The small addition of popular Bordeaux varietals adds a lush texture with dry tannins, bright acidity, and elements of plum, leather, cocoa, graphite, and dried herbs.
#37 - Cabernet Sauvignon - Louis M. Martini, Napa Valley, CA 2018 120
#48 - Cabernet - Hedges Family Estate. Red Mountain, WA 2018 120
#52 - Cabernet Sauvignon - Jordan Vineyards. Alexander Valley, CA 2017 190
A lower yield than most vintages; unusual weather in the 17 growing season challenged the wine-maker to be extra selective in choosing which grapes were used in this sought after gem. Classic barrel notes brought on by 13 months in French Oak are awash in signature blackberry, cherry, and plum flavors. Weighty with smooth texture and excellent structure, a classic Sonoma Cab.
#52 - Cabernet Sauvignon - Jordan Vineyards. Alexander Valley, CA 2018 160
The winemaker was thrilled with the quality of the 2018 yield. Big and bold this what Cali cab is all about. Dark fruit forward with noted blackberry, fig, and boysenberry notes. 13 months in French oak with 37 months total aging ensures a long lasting and complex quaff. The subtle addition of Bordeaux varietals crafts the silky smooth texture that Jordan Cabs are known for.
#49 - Cabernet - Pepper Bridge. Walla Walla, WA 2019 180
Utilizing one of the few “gravity-flow” wineries in existence is a credit to the winemakers’ obsession with detail. The result is a dry, full-bodied gem from Walla Walla. Bold plum and blackberry with touches of vanilla are followed by delicate savory notes and black pepper. Acidity is nicely balanced by grippy, but not bitter tannins that provide a long muscular finish.
#44 - Cabernet - Col Solare. Red Mountain, WA 2019 295
PINOT/GAMAY NOIR
#45 - Gamay Noir - Grochau Cellars “Twelve Oaks Estate.” Willamette Valley, OR 2018 71
Like its more well known cousin, Pinot Noir, Gamay Noir experiences ideal growing conditions in the Willamette Valley. Grochau sources their grapes from small family-owned sustainable and organic vineyards. This acumen in selecting grapes ensures each vintage will have its own unique expression and 2018 is one of the highest rated yet. Light in body with bold red fruit flavors; bright acid is matched by a touch of sweetness.
#36 - Gamay Noir - Day Wines “Infinite Air Castles.” Old Wagon Road/Mora Vineyards, Willamette Valley, OR 2021 98
#59 - Pinot Noir - Belle Glos “Dairyman Vineyard.” Russian River Valley, CA 2021 100
#26 - Pinot Noir - Bethel Heights. Eola - Amity Hills, OR 2021 99
MERLOT
#38 - Merlot - Northstar. Columbia Valley, WA 2021 82
Columbia Valley is responsible for some of the best Merlot in the world and the grapes selectively sourced by Northstar represent some of the finest vineyards in the region. The small addition of Cab Sauv. and Petite Verdot gives this Merlot chewy enough tannins to satisfy a lover of big bold reds, while flavors of black raspberry, chocolate, and oak intertwine with the kind of smooth sexy texture one would expect from a world-class Merlot.
#31 - Merlot - Devona “Bacchus Vineyard.” Columbia Valley, WA 2019 140
#39 - Merlot - Pepper Bridge. Walla Walla, WA 2018 190
Celebrated winery Pepper Bridge was founded in 1998 by a trio of wine-making geniuses whose dedication to the craft really comes through in their wine. This polished Merlot carries a deep ruby hue with flavors of dark plum and ripe cherry. Modest breaths of baking spice and subtle mineral notes ride elegant tannins to a long velvety finish. An icon of Washington state wine. This is the very last bottle available for the 2018 vintage.
SYRAH
#14 - Syrah - Upsidedown Wine “Birds + Things + Flowers.” Equus Vineyard, Columbia Valley, WA 2020 98
#9 - Syrah - Saviah Cellars, “The FUNK.” Walla Walla, WA 2021 225
#27 - Syrah - Col Solare, “Component Collection.” Red Mountain, WA 2020 255
A hard-to-find varietal from this renowned collaboration between the Antinori family of Italy and Chateau Ste. Michelle. Premium estate grown Syrah from the Red Mountain, a region fast becoming known for its world-class Syrah.
OTHER REDS
#40 - Petite Sirah - Parducci, Mendocino, CA 2020 60
#42 - Primativo - Idiot’s Grace, Columbia Gorge, WA 2019 82
All estate-grown fruit from a very small operation near the gorge. This Primativo has a good tannic and acid structure with plenty of red and black fruit notes rounded out by spice and oak. Only 160 cases produced.
#24 - Malbec – Nine Hats. Columbia Valley, WA 2020 88
Phenomenal juice from Seattle’s urban winery, Nine Hats. The color is a distinctive blackish purple, but the velvety mouthfeel is truly memorable. A prime example of a high-level Malbec grown and produced with the focus on impeccability over mass production.
#28 - Sangiovese - Sparkman Cellars “Baba.” Yakima Valley, WA 2018 100
Bold cherries follow a floral and herbaceous nose in this traditionally Tuscan varietal. A finish of bitter chocolate and coffee are sustained by bright acidity and lightly grainy tannins. Very classy companion to lasagna and other Italian comfort foods.
#51 - Zinfandel – Frog’s Leap. Napa Valley, CA 2020 128
BORDEAUX-STYLE BLENDS
#29 - Red Blend - Alluvium Cellars, “Agerasia.” Columbia Valley, WA 2021 107
#33 - Red Blend - Sparkman Cellars ”Ruby Leigh.” Columbia Valley, WA 2016 135
#34 - Meritage - Rodney Strong, “Symmetry.” Alexander Valley, CA 2016/2017 160
This primetime new world blend uses the five most common Bordeaux grapes with Cabernet Sauvignon forming the backbone. The meticulous aging and blending processes give way to full-bodied wine with a vibrant red and black fruit core enhanced by a touch of smokey dark chocolate, toasted coconut, and rose petals. Bold enough for steak but refined enough to pair well with roast chicken or salmon.
#35 - Meritage - Chateau St. Michelle, “Artist Series.” Columbia Valley, WA 2018 148
This premium Bordeaux-style blend is the favorite of head winemaker Bob Bertheau. Select grapes that display concentrated flavor and reveal the unique terroir of their respective vineyards. Two years of oak aging has fashioned a bold wine with vast complexity.
#47 - Red Blend - Opus One “Overture.” Napa Valley, CA NV 395
NEW WORLD BLENDS
#41 Red Blend - Kuleto Estate, “India Ink.” Lake/Napa County, CA 2016 60
This unique Rhone style is a blend of Petite Syrah, Merlot, and Zinfandel. On the nose, earth and pepper harken back to the old world style; while the palate is more new world, experiencing an explosion of dense dark fruit.
#54 - Red Blend - Smith and Hook. Central Coast, CA 2021 65
Big bold new world blend of Merlot, Malbec, Petite Sirah, and Cab. Sauv., Black and red fruit, with complex barrel notes, and a long velvety finish.
#16 - GSM Blend - Alluvium Cellars, “Anthem.” Columbia Valley, WA 2021 102
#3 - Red Blend - Orin Swift “Eight Years In The Desert.” Sonoma County, CA 2022 108
#32 - Red Blend - The Prisoner. Oakville, CA 2021 112
A blend of five rich, dark grape varietals with Cab Sauv. and Zinfandel being the base. The palate is enveloped in a tremendous depth of flavor. Dark chocolate, roast fig, and clove weave their way through thick jammy raspberry, blackberry, and pomegranate, while an enduring whisper of vanilla helps form a bond with the senses. Bold yet leans dry, pairs gorgeously with flavorful sauces and red meat.