Racy strawberry and
raspberry flavors are impressively precise, with tangy orange zest and
floral pastille qualities adding verve. Gentle tannins emerge with air
and extend through the long, spicy finish.
This red wine is relatively light and can pair with a wide variety of foods. The grape prefers cooler climates and the wine is most often associated with Burgundy, Champagne and the U.S. west coast. Regional differences make it nearly as fickle as it is flexible.