L'Aventure Optimus Paso Robles Red Blend 2009

$49.99

L'Aventure is one of the hottest wineries on the up-and-coming Westside of Paso Robles wine region. A beautiful blend of Cabernet/Syrah blend, the Optimus is a big, delicious red.  90 points Robert Parker:  "The 2009 Optimus Estate flows from the glass with masses of dark fruit, tar, smoke and licorice. It boasts a highly attractive, juicy personality and tons of harmony, in a style that can be best described as a baby version of the Estate Cuvee bottling. In 2009 the blend is 50% Syrah, 33% Cabernet Sauvignon and 17% Petit Verdot, with a total of 80% new oak. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2017."The 2009 Optimus is a blend of 55% Syrah, 27% Cab and 18% Petit Verdot that entices with a tangy cherry, chocolate and mineral-inflected bouquet. The palate is redolent of mixed berry pie, with peppery spice and a dose of saddle leather. But this isn't a total fruit bomb, there's plenty of acidity to keep it fresh, and subtle tannins.                     

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Ratings on Delectable

Megan Bauer

I found this bottle at a local wine store and was so excited to drink it. Excellent coloring, hasn't even begun to reach its aging potential. Good fruit and tannin structure, but showing signs of maturity. I need to buy another one!

I found this bottle at a local wine store and was so excited to drink it. Excellent coloring, hasn't even begun to reach its aging potential. Good fruit and tannin structure, but showing signs of maturity. I need to buy another one!

9.5

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