The wine is a deep ruby color in the glass, just as you'd expect for the varietal. The nose presents aromas of leather, oak and pipe tobacco intermingled with blackberries and cassis, leaving you with the impression of being in classic old library. The taste is a rush of cherry, raspberry and pomegranate, with a good bit of acidity, but not overpowering. The tannins are chewy providing a great base for the long, smooth and very dry finish that lingers for a minute or more.
Overall, I would rate this wine a solid 9, as it's just a lovely example of a pure, but underappreciated varietal. This wine will likely improve with some time in the cellar, but if you can't wait, it would be ideal with a broad variety of grilled meats, from steak and lamb to pork tenderloin. Tonight I am enjoying this wine with an Indian spiced veal loin chop grilled mid-rare, with some grilled asparagus and a loaded baked potato. Cheers!
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