Château du Glana 2003

Region: St-Julien, Bordeaux
Grapes: 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot and 6% Cabernet Franc
Price: $20
Alcohol Level: 13%

Here is a real Bordeaux. 2003 was a really good year in Bordeaux and brought about some very nice wines. The Château du Glana is a bright red wine with the aromas of berries and spice. With a sip, you are greeted with a nice mouthful of spices with a background of dark fruits (I sensed blackberry and plum). Light in body with a very blackberry finish.

My opinion, if you want a French wine for your fancy meal, you would not be disappointed by this wine. It would go great with lamb, sausages from the grill and strong cheeses, but does not have the body for a heavy meat like steak.