Domaine de la Janesse VDP Terre de Bussiere 2003 (review)

86+ points (Parker rated it something like 89-91)

Vin de Pays de la Principauté d'Orange. France. 14.5%

I came across this wine without knowing anything about it. I bought it for a friend who likes sunshine in his wines, I expected this to fil the bill, due to the very hot 2003 vintage in the South of France. And the 14.5% on the label.

Interesting blend of 60% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Syrah, and 10% Greanche.

Extraordinarily ripe, like dry port - seriously. Yet not unbalanced. Some acid, and definite firm tannin. This might live for many many years. Worth the punt. 7 GBP in London (from Majestic wine warehouse).