David Carter

9.0

My fav yet Paso Robles cab. Really well balanced. Not too fruity or segmented. Moderate to light tannins. W liked too. At Birch’s tonight. — 3 months ago

Marisa Sharma

9.0

This is a GMS. Delicious! — 3 years ago

Paul T, Missing My Beautiful Wife 24/7

9.5

Jeb 99 pointer, Another 2nd day wine, if you’re looking for a typical Paso Fruit bomb go to Austin Hope. If you want real wine head to L’ Aventure
Some history,

Stephan Asseo, owner and winemaker at L'Aventure Winery, began making wine in 1982, following his education at L'Ecole Oenologique de Macon, Burgundy, France. In that same year, Stephan established Domaine de Courteillac in Bordeaux. He and his family later purchased Chateau Fleur Cardinal and Chateau Robin in the Cotes de Castillion, Bordeaux. Over the next 15 years, Stephan developed into an artisan winemaker of fastidious craftsmanship and gained a reputation as a maverick vigneron. However, his true desire was to be more innovative than AOC law would allow. In 1996, this led him, his wife, Beatrice and his three children, including his daughter Chloé on a quest for a great terroir, where he could pursue his ideal as a winemaker. After searching for over a year among the world's great wine fields, ranging from South Africa to Lebanon, Argentina to Napa, they found Paso Robles. Stephan and Beatrice immediately "fell in love" with the unique terroir of west side Paso Robles. The rolling topography of the Santa Lucia Mountain Range, the deep calcareous soils, and the maritime influences of the renowned Templeton Gap all combine to produce a world class wine country, with the potential to craft some of the world's greatest blends. It is here, in Paso Robles, that Stephan and his family began their adventure, "L'Aventure" in 1998. — 5 years ago

Brad Jensen

9.2

Drank at Maverick in San Antonio as a pairing for duck breast. — 5 years ago

Bonnie Wilson

9.3

Excellent full flavour Chardonnay — 6 years ago

Leanne Ingham

10

Wow. Really loved this blend, can see why it was an award winner. Will be picking up more, and it was so affordable! — 7 years ago

MICHAEL COOPER DipWSET

Owner TomeVinos wine shops, WSET Level 3, Blogger www.spanishwinesandmore.com, blog.tomevinos.com

9.0

#Yum #yummy #shiraz — 8 years ago

Chelsie Sargent

9.5

Dinner with Beverly at The Rouxpour — 5 months ago

Joe Flo

9.1

Very un Chardonnay like. — a year ago

Aaron Tan

9.0

A solid first encounter from this up-and-comer producer from Lombardia. According to the importer, Nicola’s bubbles are on “every” top restaurant wine list in Italy. Wow, I can see why - Nicola sports the right narrative (natty, maverick), but the proof was in the bottle itself! The Quattrocento, which is Nicola’s late disgorged offering (40 months on lees), could easily give many Champagne’s a good run for their money. It was textural, incisive, and expectedly leaned more towards an oxidative and autolytic profile, with flavours of pastry, almonds, baked apples, and hints of spice. Admittedly, I was looking for a little more length and intensity, but the wine had good energy and drank with little resistance. A win for me! — 4 years ago

Alan Hense

9.0

Perfect balance. Bready with red berry flavours for a really nice finish. Excellent body. Very good. — 5 years ago

Doug Brown

9.0

Very nice sav blanc — 6 years ago

web bond

9.1

Mugnier hand tames the maverick terroir, although not of interest now with the current pricing. — 7 years ago

Barry Sheridan

10

Cool label and wine to match! — 7 years ago

Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.0

@delectable this is their Maverick

First time having this producer. Nothing bad or remarkable here. It’s not what I would hope for from Oakville.

Something to drink younger than the other stable of Oakville producers. I’d let it sit another 1-2 yrs and drink by 2033.

WS Grand Tour Las Vegas 2025. — a year ago

J B

9.3

Nice Cabernet Sauvignon with a simple flank steak and blue cheese. Smooth stuff - easy drinking — 4 years ago

Aaron Tan

9.0

Remnants of a revolution

An oldie from one of my favourite saké producers, Hidehiko Matsumoto, who's been a maverick in the world of saké with his "interpretation" of traditions and championing of terrior. Sadly, this may well be the last bottle of Shuhari I get to drink considering Matsumoto-san's highly publicized departure from the family brewery (Sawaya Matsumoto) last year due to internal conflicts. Fret not! Matsumoto-san's got some exciting projects in hand (Suginomori Brewery being one of them), so it won't be long before we get to taste his creations again.

Golden in the glass, with aged aromas of soy and nuts looming over melon and peach notes. The palate's surprisingly energetic and youthful considering the maturity of the nose - rich and juicy with a light spritz and herbal undertones. Signature Shuhari texture (reminds me of white wine phenolics) and acidity in the bitter-sweet finish. Paired perfectly with our wagyu donburi. — 5 years ago

David Kline

9.4

Icy flint ghost, oyster shell, lemon pith, lime seeds, and grapefruit crystal aromas. Plenty of ripe lemon to hold up the walls. Citrus super-bomb mic drop to tsunami acidity roaring for food. Oysters! CAblis! Lemon pith, big coppery pineapple, lime and grapefruit, but signature tarragon, zucchini? , perhaps snap pea. Wow! Generous, friendly, but pointy as a porcupine! Gotta love a maverick!
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#iruai #iruaimineralrangecharfonnay #chardonnay #Trinitylakes #cachard #chard — 5 years ago

Stephen Redenbaugh

9.4

Ok... I admit it... this straggler Spanish Albariño lost it’s way in my cellar. 10 years old for a grape not altogether known for longevity... what do I expect? Medium gold in the glass... clear...broken cork. Amazing aroma of pineapple, lychee, and peach. The wine is still alive.. still offering up bright acidity and round weighted fruit. Poured too cold, the aromas intensify as it warms. The wine is rich, round and complex...playing with your palate. I was prepared to dump, had a lessor wine at the ready. But... hell no. This wine rocks. Mr. Perez is often referred to as a trail-blazing maverick...what do I know. The wine is a wonder! — 6 years ago

Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.4

No detailed notes as we were out to dinner with friends. However, a very classic example of Randy’s Cabernet. This 86 no different. Still in youth form with another 10 plus years of life.

Photos of, Dunn Estate vines, Randy Dunn - Owner/Winemaker and Napa Maverick, older shot of harvest time at Dunn and their barrel room. — 7 years ago