Color: brilliant ruby with a purple rim. Nose: pure, with red cherry, raspberry, oak notes (vanilla, sweet spices) and a saline touch. Palate: ripe and slightly spicy attack, supported by moderate, refreshing acidity and very fine, silky tannins. Moderate body, warming alcohol, ripe red fruit and sweet spices. Clean finish. Pairing: tuna tataki. Comment: approachable, elegant and perfectly mastered.