One of the popular varieties in the Southwest of France and Argentina. The wine is very floral with dense fruit flavors and soft round tannins which make it a great companion for most types of cuisine. The intensely concentrated aromas of black cherry, lavender, earth, blackberry and sweet toast are complex and pleasing. They offer an enticing entree to what is a one of the best wines of the vintage. The flavors are just as concentrated, packed with dark fruits, tar, licorice and a hint of toast. The tannins are mature, but responsible for adding structure and balance to the fruit. Hints of leather and spice make this a very balanced and complex wine. This is a complete wine that offers fruit, depth and structure.