Description
Color: Deep, intense ruby or black-cherry red.
Flavor Profile: Dominant notes include black cherry, blueberry, and black plum, often accompanied by licorice, tobacco, and, sometimes, a hint of, chocolate or Mediterranean herbs.
Structure: It is generally a, full-bodied, dry wine with, high, acidity and, medium-to-high, tannins, which provide a, structured, yet, often, smooth texture.