Domaine Chanteloups Grenache 2005

This French red, grown at the foot of he Pyrennees, has the relatively new designation "Vin de pays" which is meant to guarantee uniform means of production and harvest dates, as well as a certain level of quality, and does not disappoint. It displays a very satisfying blend of dark fruit flavors with just the right amount of acidity, and should be good for at least two or three more years. At the closeout price of $.9.99 it constitutes something of a bargain.