Grand Veneur, Chateauneuf Du Pape Origines other_regions earth and a suggestion of

earth and a suggestion of the sauvage

(100% grenache from La Crau) Opaque ruby

intense and beautifully delineated mineral-driven flavors are less rich but more powerful and more complex on the strikingly long finish

Tasted two times with some variation

Coming from a vineyard planted in 1984

Grand Veneur, Chateauneuf Du Pape Origines other_regions earth and a suggestion ofAnother contender in the high quality, fair price sweepstakes. From an unusual blend of 50% Grenache, 30% Syrah and 20% Mourvedre , this modern styled wine pops with ripe, black cherries, black raspberries, smoke, vanilla and herbs. It's round, fat, lush, fresh and delicious.