CALIFORNIA

Notes from the winery: The grapes were harvested at optimum ripeness, underwent a long maceration on the skins and spent 18 months in new French barriques. The result is a deep, ruby-hued wine that permeates the glass emanating notes of bramble fruits, forest floor and hints of grilled meats over an open wood fire. The palate is marked by incredible tension balanced with a lushness that leaves you reaching for the next sip. A myriad of flavors from baking spice and fennel to a cigar box, lingonberry preserves and Tiramisu — a full-bodied wine with a long finish.

Food Pairings: rib eye, steak, beef chili & pork roasted.