a prodigious effort, the 2009 vieilles vignes from grand veneur includes a whopping 40% mourvèdre in the blend (there's also 10% syrah, with the balance being grenache), which no doubt accounts for its dark flavor profile. this is a full-bodied, lushly textured, expansive wine, with a finish that seems to go on forever. approachable now, it should age well for 10–12 years at least.
Domaine Grand Veneur Vieilles Vignes