Who?: Close friends or family

Where?: Backyard BBQ. 6 to 10 guests.

With What?: Charred meat, grilled veggies, fresh bread. Bad Bunny on low on the speaker. 

Eyes: Medium ruby core with a splash of magenta on the rim.

Nose: Candied watermelon, cooked cherries, fresh raspberries. Sauteed orange bell pepper, roasted note that coffee and chocolate beans share. 

Mouth: Leads with savory notes of earth, charcoal, minerals, orange pepper, and roasted herb. Next comes a mix of bright fruits, both red and black. Coffee-esque acidity, with a sharp edge supplied by the persistent tannins.

Story: Mom and siblings are in town and a few close friends you've made in DC are free. Fire up the grill, grab this wine, set up a playlist, and feast!