From the family-managed Cirotto Vini in Asolo in the Veneto region of Italy (the foothills of the Dolomites). Deep purple with ruby around the edge of the glass, on the nose cassis, alcohol, iodine and barnyard while a palate of black olive, pomegranate, blackberries, prunes, black tea and licorice, round it out with a solid tannic backbone.

From Washington state initial aromas of smoke, followed by raw meats and a palate of rich ripe cherries, blueberries and nice solid tannins.