A minerally waft of hot slate on the nose underscores a dark core of blackberry, mulberry and black plum fruit in this harmonious red. Fresh and graceful, with light, taut tannins providing a fine, tensile frame. Accents of black licorice, mocha, thyme and sweet paprika give a push on the lingering finish. Grenache, Carignan, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Peppery, with ripe but racy fruit full of sweet currants, berries and a touch of bergamot. Flavorful and medium- to full-bodied, with dusty tannins and a fruit-coated finish. Good length. Vegan. Drink or hold.

Glittering red in the glass, crunchy red fruits with fresh fennel lift from the glass, picking up flavors of spiced vanilla, fresh earth, and buttered portobello. The combination is bright while also savory, with cashmere tannins and a lengthy finish.