Producer: Red Bicyclette
Varietal: Syrah
Vintage: 2005
Region: France
Price: ~ $13

Black cherries and a hint of spice make the bouquet of this richly burgundy French syrah. Unlike many syrah's with their forward spice this has a subtle spice wrapped in rich black cherries. Very simple and uncomplicated with a medium to light body and a quick finish. Maybe it's just me, but I found there was a slight metallic tinge. And keep in mind there is no AOC designation. On the back it says that it's grapes are gathered from the Languedoc-Roussillon but there is no Languedoc-Roussillon appellation. I wouldn't say it's a memorable wine but it is an easy drink when you're watching House.

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Producer: Perrin
Name: Reserve
Varietal: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, Cinsault
Region: Cotes du Rhone, France
Vintage: 2006
Price: ~ $14

 One of my tried and true favourites. Great wine at a good price and made by none other than the Perrin brothers who brought you the Chateau de Beåucastel from the Chåteauneuf-du-Pape region. Boo-yah grandma!

 Notes of cassis, currant and black cherries with a deep burgundy appearance. It tastes of warm spice and dark plums and cherries and then finishes long and dry. Drag the taste out by rolling it around on your tongue for a while—you'll stain your teeth faster and look like a maniac but who gives a shit. After the first few appreciative sips they start going down really easy.

 Beautiful wine, good price. Can't say enough.