Grand Veneur CdP Les Origines 2009 (1.5L)

95 WA / 93 VM

The 2009 Chateauneuf du Pape Les Origines (1,500 cases produced) is a blend of 50% Grenache, a whopping 30% Mourvedre and 20% Syrah with the latter two components spending time in new oak barrels. All of the fruit comes from vines that are nearly 70 years of age. A great wine with an opaque ruby/purple color, sensational fruit intensity and notes of graphite, lavender, licorice, lead pencil shavings and subtle smoke, it is full-bodied, rich and powerful with low acidity and sweet, velvety tannins. It should drink well for 15+ years.  - Robert Parker, Wine Advocate

(50% grenache, 30% mourvedre and 20% syrah): Glass-staining ruby. A highly complex bouquet evokes black raspberry, mulberry, potpourri and a hint of pit fruits. Deep but vivacious, offering expansive red and dark berry flavors and suggestions of fruitcake and allspice. Finishes with impressive focus and length, echoing the red fruit and spice notes. - Josh Raynolds, Vinous Media