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L'Aventure

Optimus Estate Willow Creek District Red Blend

9.235 ratings
9.38 pro ratings
Paso Robles, Central Coast, California, USA
Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Baking Spices, Exotic Spices, Chicken, Herbs, Turkey, Hard Cheese, Pungent Cheese, Onion, Soft Cheese, Duck, Beans & Peas

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L'AventurePaso Robles, Central CoastSyrah
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Eric Urbani
9.3

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

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

Jan 19th, 2019
Andrew S
9.2

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.

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.

Jul 19th, 2017
Mark Blatty
9.5

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

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

1 person found it helpfulDec 26th, 2016
Will Burkholder

Owner Fine Wine Dump

9.5

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

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

Apr 13th, 2017
Will Burkholder

Owner Fine Wine Dump

9.5

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

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

Mar 6th, 2017
Kevin Ortzman
9.0

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

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

Sep 28th, 2016
Kevin Ortzman
8.9

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

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

Aug 9th, 2016
Erika Turner
9.5

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

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

Mar 10th, 2024
Stephen Redenbaugh
9.2

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.

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.

Mar 12th, 2023
George Hesse
9.1

Delightful. Gift from Cassa.

Delightful. Gift from Cassa.

Jun 7th, 2019