Optimus Estate Willow Creek District Red Blend

One of my favorite producers in Paso, a French born wine maker living in CA for more than 30 years.

42% Syrah, 33% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Petit Verdot. Fairly deep- I recommend decanting or waiting. Certainly a nice combination of flavors, and while fairly ripe, the fruit is not overpowering by any means.

Love what these guys do. A combination of power and finesse.

I really dig Stephan's wines. Optimus is a great value considering the quality and attention.

One of my favorite Paso blends. Thx Stephan! L'Aventure always delivers...

Went well with a Tomahawk steak. Gamey, fleshy with fruit forward red currants.

Not a bad Cali trying to be a northern Rhone. Big currant on both palate and nose

Woof. Dark cherry berry balanced power fruity goodness. Sense of place.

Explosion of sweet, black, Franken-berry notes….ripe, round, nearly viscous but pulled-up just in time to avoid “jammy”. I love the serious interplay between Syrah and Cabernet. Long Smokey finish. Bravo Stephan.

Delightful. Gift from Cassa.