Uncomplicated by oak or over-extraction, the wine possesses an impressive purity of fruit and delicate floral undertones while retaining just a touch of Italian rusticity. Intense waves of pulpy purple plum rush over crushed violets, blackberries, roasted almond, and clove at the onset. Dense yet vibrant on the palate, black cherry fruit is framed by plentiful fine tannins and savory suggestions of dried herbs, leather, earth, and black pepper. Fresh, laser-focused, and appetizingly tannic, with an overall seductive personality and lots of food-friendly acidity, this is an easy weeknight pop and pour still with loads of sophistication.