Domaine de la Baume Vieilles Vignes Languedoc-Pezenas 2016

65% Syrah, 35% Grenache aged for 12 months in barrel

Produced only in the very best years, this old-vine blend of Syrah and Grenache has been quietly resting in the cool, deep cellars of Servian, a historic village nestled between Béziers and Pézenas in the Languedoc. The high-altitude vineyards, old vines vines, and careful winemaking combine to deliver a wine of remarkable value.

This wine isn’t about press, reputation, scores, etc. This bottling is about delivering an honest, gorgeous, gulpable bottle of mature Southern French Red that is up for anything seven days a week. It offers richly textured layers of ripe and dried fruit, lifted by subtle smoky notes that speak of its southern French origins. On the palate, it’s smooth, balanced, and brimming with Mediterranean charm. A natural partner for grilled meats, braised chicken, or rustic Provençal fare — and at this price, it’s an irresistible addition to your cellar.

Domaine La Baume is one of our go-to producers for wines that consistently over-deliver without breaking the bank. But their Vieilles Vignes is on another level. Eight years in bottle, crafted from old-vine Syrah and Grenache grown on the best sites around the village of Servian — and all for under $30. Unheard of!

Only 14 cases available — once it’s gone, it’s gone.