Cherry and orange aromas, toasted sugar on palate, along with bright fruit, and a big, longish finish. Pair with plain meat, poultry and other light dishes. Recommended.
The premise is simple: there are hundreds of wine varieties out there beyond the "big six" – also known as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling – yet most people never travel beyond a relatively narrow range.