Paul T- Huntington Beach

9.6

New L’ Aventure Vineyard White,
50% Grenache 50% Roussanne
I can’t think of another white from Paso that I enjoyed more🤔
Very limited unfortunately

2021 L'Aventure | White Blend | Paso Robles
50% Roussanne | 50% Grenache Blanc
Whole cluster pressed | 25% new French oak
$95 - Preferred Pricing
$105 - Retail Pricing
Vineyards: L'Aventure Vineyard Roussanne and L'Aventure Vineyard Grenache Blanc
Stanley’s notes: This wine reminds me so much of Chapoutier’s Le Méal Blanc. Although it has no Marsanne in it, it carries a great waxy undertone on the nose with subtle green almonds and limestone at the base. Up front you get white jasmine, peach, pineapple, and mandarin aromas. These are just the subtleties of the wine. The true core of the wine is a monstrosity. Dense, concentrated and authoritative, it’s no summertime sipper. This wine came into existence to make its presence known, and that’s just what it does. High intensity on the entry and midpalate. Full bodied with seamless round texture and a great support of focused acidity to carry the concentrated fruit flavors. The finish is very long with subtle tannin and minerality. There’s tons of depth on this wine even at this youthful stage. I can see this wine easily holding up for the next 7 - 10 years or longer, but if you’re impatient like me I would recommend treating it like you would a young red wine. Decant and enjoy at room temperature. We’ve found it delivering promise after three hours of air. It’s currently 10:33 pm on Monday August 28th. I’m writing these notes based on a TOP L’Aventure white that we double decanted at 12pm the day before — 4 months ago

Al Shikoh

9.3

dark purple; muted, cassis, licorice, espresso, cedar, smoke, vanilla; dense, concentrated, fruit forward; full bodied, medium+ acidity, fine grained tannins, 14.8% ABV; blend of 69% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Syrah, and 11% Petit Verdot, winemaker Eric Jensen’s homage to Stephan Asseo who is owner/winemaker of L’Aventure Winery which is adjacent to Booker; $80 — 5 years ago

Paul T- Huntington Beach

9.1

Not sure why they consider it a blend on Delectable, but its 100% Syrah More in line with a Herman Story Syrah. Its a nice Bottle but
Not as big & dark as,
Top
Fulldraw
Booker
Saxum
L’Aventure
Alban
SQN obviously — 5 years ago

Stephen Redenbaugh

9.2

Strawberry, cranberry, tart pie cherry notes on the nose. Real depth and structure turns serious snd weighty as it warms in the glass. Stephan Asseo, from vintage to vintage makes my favorite domestic pink wine. I find so many Roses boring and soul numbing in their sameness… never a L’Aventure. Perfect accompaniment to spicy cold peanut noodles, sautéed baby zucchini with aged balsamic and pignoli nuts with charcoal grilled burgers. 6 Bottles is never enough! — 3 years ago

jim stroud

9.4

Cellared for almost 6 years and through 2 moves. L’Aventure Vineyards (by appointment only) are incredible and you get the feeling they are aware of that. This estate grown Syrah/Cab/Petite Verdot blend opened up nicely and had long legs. Would recommend. — 3 years ago

Marshall Todd Herron DPM

10

Stephanvineyards L’Aventure 2016 Optimus Estate. This fabulous wine is a blend of 50% Syrah, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 20% Petit Verdot. WOW!!! This amazing adventure starts off with a Blackberry, Wild Cherry and Pomegranate explosion. The oak in the middle is sandwiched by layers of hazelnut, chocolate, and spice. Then there is Pomegranate everywhere. The finale captivates you with a dry smoky fish leaving you thirsty for more. - Dr Todd and Herronfamilywines — 5 years ago

David Vielhauer

9.2

Nice white Rhône blend from L’Aventure in Paso Robles, all estate grown fruit — 3 years ago

Stephen Redenbaugh

9.1

Okay... probably a year past it’s drinking prime, but still fun and full of pleasure. I love these wines when they’re young and vibrant...my third favorite domestic rose behind L’Aventure and Ceritas. This one got lost but still gotta appreciate its cut at 5 years out! Not much fruit left, but nice savory funk notes. — 3 years ago

Al Shikoh

9.3

medium golden yellow, prominent tearing; quince, white peach, pear, white flowers, buttered brioche; stone fruits, mineral notes, waxy mouthfeel; full bodied, good acidity, 14.8% ABV; made from predominantly Roussanne with a touch of Viognier and small amounts of Chardonnay, Clairette Blanche, Genache Blanc, and Marsanne fermented and aged in a combination of concrete tank and new and used French oak barrels, the only white Booker makes, winemakers Eric and Lisa Jensen worked with Justin Smith at Saxum and Stephan Asseo of L’Aventure before starting their own label in 2005; $50 — 4 years ago

David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.3

The 07 Estate Cuvée is a blend of; 49% Syrah, 37% Cabernet and 14% Petit Verdot.

The nose reveals, bright, ripe, ruby fruits of; mulberries, boysenberries, olallieberries, black plum, plum, blackberries and black cherries. Some black pepper, melted dark chocolate, mocha powder, vanilla, dark, rich soil, limestone minerals, dry sage, bay leaf, understated dark spice, dry crushed rocks, burnt ambers, incense, underbrush, soft leather & woody notes with loads of fresh, fragrant violets and lavender.

The body is; full, ruby, lush and voluptuous. The tannins are powdery dry with some meaty, stickiness. The structure and tension are still quite big. The length and balance are in the first phase of their good groove. It has another 6-8 years of very good drinking going forward. Dark currants-cassis, bright, ripe, ruby, jammy fruits of; mulberries, boysenberries, olallieberries, black plum, plum, blackberries, creamy black raspberries and black cherries. Warm blueberry pie, more black pepper on the palate then the nose, melted dark chocolate, mocha powder, vanilla, some clove, cinnamon stick, black licorice, sweet tarriness, dark, rich soil, moist clay, limestone minerals, dry sage, bay leaf, dark spice with some uplifting palate heat, dry crushed rocks, burnt ambers, incense, savory meats, underbrush, suede style leather, cedar with loads of fresh, fragrant violets and lavender. The acidity is round and beautiful. The long, rich, ruby, well balanced, voluptuous, nicely polished finish is delicious and persists on and on.

This is a wine where Southern Rhône meets Bordeaux.

Photos of; L’Aventure, Stephan Asseo-Owner and Winemaker, their beautiful cave and rolling hillside vineyard. — 5 years ago

with James and Christina