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1998
Optimus
Varietal/Style: Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon
& Zinfandel blend
Origin: Paso Robles, CA
Vintage: 1998
Winemaker:
Stephane Asseo
Rating: 14/20
Retail Price: $55
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Tasting
Notes: This complex blend of Syrah, Cabernet
Sauvignon and Zinfandel really packs a lot. From its forward flavors
of dark fruits and burnt caramel to its high alcohol percentage, this
is a wine with spirit. Although only a 1998, this wine is ready to drink
now. Don't hold it too long or its backbone of soft tannins will surely
crumble. (Date tasted 11/5/00)
Profile:
When French oenologist Stephane Asseo left his homeland to prospect
for California "gold," what could he have possibly named his New World
winery but, "The Adventure"? In the tradition of his winemaking family
back in Bordeaux, Asseo's grapes are all custom-crushed, and French
is the only oak used. Growing and evolving with time and technology,
L'Aventure's young vineyards will soon be at maturity and the winery's
website will bring its Franco-Californian wines to the world. Address:
2815 Live Oak Rd.
City: Paso Robles, CA
Phone: 805-227-1588
Web site: www.aventurewine.com
E-mail: info@aventurewine.com
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