Rene Barbier Red

This Catalan blend of Tempranillo and Merlot is so basic that we are not even vouchsafed a year. At first, one notices an almost harsh quality, which goes away with a little airing. Still, it is drinkable, with some notes of fruit and tannin. Extremely light bodied, it will go with almost anything. The price, $5.99, is mot bad, although it's available elsewhere fo as little as $3.99.