Tasting Notes Color: Dark cherry with scarlet red highlights. Aroma: Complex aromas of black raspberry, milk chocolate, and soft hints of sweet cedar. Palate: Bold flavors of boysenberry pie, sugar cookie, and toffee lead to subtle notes of strawberry jam and baking spice. The balanced and complex tannin structure creates a long-lasting enjoyable finish. Food Pairing: This wine can be enjoyed with tri-tip crostini, pork ribs with mashed potatoes, creamy au gratin potatoes or a on its own on the patio under the stars.