The exotic names might intimidate, but the wines of southwest France deserve wider renown, said Dave McIntyre in The Washington Post. Using such grapes as negrette, fer servadou, and tannat, the appellations Irouléguy and Madiran, among others, produce reds that are uncomplicated enough for a weeknight but still distinctive.
2010 Domaine Brana Ohitza ($22). This tannat blend from the foothills of the Pyrenees is “eminently accessible” and should age well.
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2008 Château Bouissel Classic ($14). This unique blend of negrette, Syrah, cabernet sauvignon, and malbec combines the “warmth and fleshiness” of a Rhône with the structure of a
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