It has a deep purple color and exuberant nose with intense, concentrated fruit. Sour cherry, cherry, and plum dominate while in the background, notes of pepper, cinnamon, and violet emphasize the typical character of the variety.
It has a moderate (+) body, with nicely balanced acidity. Tannins are as much as needed to give it structure and nerve. Cherry, sour cherry, and blueberry acquire the spice character of cinnamon and pepper while tea, cocoa, and eucalyptus fill up the palate.