Considered their “heritage” varietal, this winery is a consistent producer of good-value wines like this one. Darkly hued, it has aromas and flavors of wild berries, plums, and jammy notes, with some subtle game and leather nuances. A good choice for game, leg of lamb or braised meats, big red wine lovers will find it easy drinking on its own. Available at BevMo! for only $9.99 retail.
This article appears in Dec 11-18, 2008.