The Calabrese grape offers a completely offbeat set of aromas and flavors. The 2015 Calabrise is a pure expression of this unknown grape from the deep south of Italy. It opens to a dark, saturated color. The bouquet makes sudden transitions from spice to prune, to dark fruit and black olive. There's a bit of tar and smoke in there, as well, despite the youthful vigor the wine puts on display. Calabrise is soft and velvety in texture with soft tannins.