2005 Cantelys Rouge, Pessac-Leognan, Bordeaux

The third wine from Pessac-Leognan, the 2005 Cantelys Rouge, is from an estate owned by the Cathiard family of Smith-Haut-Lafitte fame.  The vineyeards are located next to Smith-Haut-Lafitte and Rochemorin, and the wines are made by the same winemaking team as Smith-Haut-Lafitte.  The wine is composed of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot.  Toasty oak, cassis and red berry fruit on the nose.  Ripe and soft on the palate entry but firm at back with integrated tannins.  Very ripe and forward fruit with fine structure and acidity.  The list price is $29.