Heat vegetable oil in a 6 quart large sauce pan. Brown meat, add tomato paste, red wine, pepper, beef base, water. Bring to a simmer for about 1 hour. When beef is tender add vegetables. Simmer until tender (about 1/2 hour). Strain and reserve meat and vegetables. In 6 quart pan make roux by combining butter and flour and cook 1 minute. Whip in liquid and make a smooth gravy. Mix all together and serve in bread bowls.