This 2005 Cotes du Rhone comes from what may be my favorite producer anywhere, M. Chapoutier. I may be a bit biased, having visited the winery a couple of times where I was treated to some incredibly memorable tastings (the 1995 Ermitage Le Pavillon is still the greatest wine I've ever tasted).
Unfortunately, I can't often drink their wonderful Hermitage and Cote-Roties, but the Cotes du Rhone shows what this winery is capable of at any level. The 2005 is very fresh, with a hint of spice. It's a fairly simple wine, but carries just enough body to work well with a wide ranges of dishes (I had it with grilled pork chops). The wine is 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah, and a very good value for about $12.
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