Tends towards lushness and an overflowing of soft, ripe tannins, rather than bright fruit, a beguiling hint of dark coffee on the finish. Medium-to-full bodied, it will drink well under three months. Shows the black cherry, raspberry, plum and tobacco notes of the varietal, but the wine tends towards lushness and an overflowing of soft, ripe tannins, rather than bright fruit. Vanilla and spice notes in the oak give way to a beguiling hint of dark coffee on the finish. Medium-to-full bodied, it will drink well under three months and will soften impressively after six months to a year in the bottle. Serve with tapas like grilled chorizo, rich tomato dishes like Moussaka, or even grilled sardines. The Winexpert International with Grape Skins kits provide exceptional flavor from the use of real varietal grape skins. Fermenting on the skins creates an authentic, full-bodied wine with a rich tannic backbone. Complete instructions and labels are included with each kit.