Berberana Number One Shiraz/Tempranillo 2005

On the face of it, calling this Spanish red "Number One" is like insisting that Andorra is the largest country in Europe. I suppose that what the designation is meant to convey is that it is the entry wine of the Bodegas Unidas, one of the largest producers of the Rioja. What we have here is a modest, one dimensional wine with an unusual combination of chocolate and cherry flavors which will do well as an accompaniment to everyday meals.The price of $5.99 certainly makes it a good value.