This wine’s vibrant and reflective core is colored a deep scarlet that fades to bright magenta at the rim. The nose is richly fruited and forward, with notes of black cherry, pomegranate, açai, licorice and North African spices. Full-bodied but not heavy, this wine’s buoyant acidity offers refreshment. The palate shows a savory veal-stock quality that makes it pair well with hearty food. The suave, lightly rounded tannins are well integrated and very sophisticated. A touch of mocha comes through on the finish, suggesting just a kiss of oak treatment. Drink 2014 through 2016.

— Published (3/27/2014)