Youthfully bright ruby. Dark berries, violet and cracked pepper aromas are complemented by hints of licorice and olive. Juicy and seamless on the palate, offering jammy, spiced-tinged blueberry and cherry-cola flavors that tighten up through the back half. A smoky note appears on the persistent, dark fruit-driven finish, where subtle tannins provide shape and gentle grip.

Shows nice tension between sappy black licorice, plum reduction, violet lift and a salted iron core. Up-front and open-knit, with a smooth texture. Drink now through 2025. 1,000 cases made, 300 cases imported.