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L'Aventure - Paso Robles Optimus 2023

    L'Aventure - Paso Robles Optimus 2023

    USA • Paso Robles • Red

    63,60€ tax included
    63,60€ tax included
    63,60€ / unit
    Packaging : 1 x 75CL - Carton

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    Description

    • Country UNITED STATES
    • Region USA
    • Appellation Paso Robles
    • Color Red
    • Alcohol 14,9
    • Vintage 2023
    • Grape varieties 54 % Syrah, 23 % Cabernet Sauvignon, 23 % Petit Verdot
    L'Aventure - Optimus 2023 is a wine red derived from the appellation Paso Robles, to UNITED STATESThis vintage is distinguished by a precise blend of 54% Syrah23% Cabernet Sauvignon and 23% Petit Verdot. It expresses the expertise of L'Aventure Through the blending of grape varieties renowned for their complementary character, this wine, crafted in the Central Californian coast region, showcases the expression of a terroir celebrated for its diversity. Its identity lies in the balanced combination of these varieties, offering a unique interpretation of Paso Robles.
    Ratings

    Ratings

    • Vinous 93/100
    • Jane Anson 92/100
    Producer

    Producer

    The vineyard site was chosen after a thorough study of the region, perfectly aligned with Stephan's winemaking experience. He immediately favored the western sector of Paso Robles for its hillsides and the quality of its terroir. The 127-acre property he selected comprises several hills at varying altitudes, complex soils, and benefits from excellent drainage. He considers these terroir characteristics essential for obtaining the high-quality grapes necessary to craft the wines he envisioned for L'Aventure.

    Owner and history

    After training at the School of Oenology in Mâcon, Burgundy, Stephan founded the Domaine from Courteillac to Bordeaux in 1982. Over the next fifteen years, he established himself as a meticulous, artisan winemaker, while also forging a reputation for being a nonconformist. However, he aspired to innovation that went beyond the strict framework of AOC regulations; he wanted to broaden his expertise while enjoying greater freedom in viticulture and winemaking. In 1998, the Asseo family left Bordeaux to explore, for over a year, the world's great wine regions—from South Africa to Lebanon, from Argentina to Napa. It was then that they fell in love with the unique terroir of western Paso Robles, thus giving birth to the domaine L'Aventure.

    Vinification and aging

    High-density planting, precision irrigation and rigorous foliage management create optimal conditions for obtaining complex and concentrated fruits, favoring phenolic maturity.
    The choice of rootstocks was made to take full advantage of the terroir; only those promoting slow ripening and a deep root system were selected. With this same objective in mind, planting was carried out at a high density, exceeding 2,000 vines per acre. The irrigation system was specifically designed to allow each row to be watered independently, thus ensuring an optimal balance between water supply, sun exposure, and soil characteristics.

    The location chosen for each grape variety, the irrigation method, the terroir, and the high planting density all contribute to enhancing the complexity and concentration of the fruit. Given our geographical location, we firmly believe that blending is essential to achieving a perfect balance between tannins, alcohol, and acidity, ensuring that no single grape variety overpowers the others. The result is a remarkable wine with a truly unique character.

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