René Barbier NV

Ripe plum and tobacco aromas are generous, but the wine turns lighter on the palate, with scratchy tannins and modest cherry and herb flavors. A light, almost citrusy acidity keeps it fresh. Drink now.

Bright ruby red. Moderately light-bodied. Moderately extracted, Mildly tannic. Black fruit flavors follow through on the palate...

Good clean white wine is hard to find at this price. Serve this well chilled at a summer cocktail party and the fresh grape flavors will lighten the mood.

René Barbier wines combine that sophisticated packaging with a sophisticated idea - that many people want to drink inexpensive wines which are just simple and good. no pretensions. No big flavor impact. And no big price. Even some of the most sophisticated sommeliers who tasted on our panels, when presented with Mediterranean White at $4.99 a bottle feel compelled to recommend it. It's clean, crisp and tasty.

This chewy red shows red fruit, earth and spice notes, with a rustic edge to the firm tannins. The finish is fresh and spicy. Drink now through 2008.

René Barbier Mediterranean White is made from the first pressing of Parellada, Macabeo, and Xarel-lo grapes, the same blend of grapes that produces Cavas. This is a down-to-earth country wine, cheerful; and crisp, with forward fruit. It delightfully enhances healthy Mediterranean-style fish, vegetable, veal, and pasta dishes.

This simple summer sipper is clean, fresh and grassy, with aromas of apple and green melon. Surprisingly mouthfilling for something so easygoing, but still packed with melon and citrus flavors. Fresh and zesty, and just right for patio parties.