Idlewild, The Bird Flora & Fauna Red (2019) 750ml

n Italy, the house wine is often light, fresh, and firmly structured so as to pair beautifully next to a wide range of foods, and that is the inspiration for this blend. This is my favorite rendition of this blend yet: all the notes seem to be heightened, including the balance. Dark cherry, fresh soil, dried herbs, violets, and graphite are highlights of the aromas. The mouth feel is a joyful interplay of brightness with just enough chewy bass notes before the seriousness kicks in with a firm acid and tannin balance on the finish.