The nose opens with intense aromas of plums, berries and violets, with hints of coffee and fragrant oak. At the palate it shows thick and round tannins well balanced by a pleasant acidity. The finish is long with notes of dark chocolate and small berries.
This is a wine which pairs well with flavorful dishes as it could easily overpower more delicate preparations. Grilled lamb, stewed wild boar or roasted deer are a very good match. Hard aged cheeses like Pecorino or Parmigiano could nicely soften the firm tannins.
