First things first, the price is made up and I cannot comment on the price as it was a Christmas gift. (A mighty fine gift, I might add). However, I will be buying it as soon as can find it. It is a nice, dry red with just the right bite. which I am sipping on as I type. Sorry I cannot discern the specific berry/nut/nuances that winegeeks know all about. All I know is I like it!