2005 was a terrific vintage for Beaucastel, and it is evidenced in the 2005 Perrin et Fils Cotes du Rhone, a superb value and a sleeper of the vintage. This wine shows gorgeous black cherry and earthy notes intermixed with some saddle leather, meat juices, and black fruits. It is lovely, supple-textured, shows none of the hard tannins the vintage can sometimes possess, and finishes round and generously. Importer: Vineyard Brands, Birmingham, AL; tel. (205) 980-8802