2018 L'Aventure Côte à Côte Estate Cuvée

L'Aventure's Côte à Côte is a standout GSM blend from Paso Robles, crafted by winemaker Stephen Asseo, known for its easy-drinking appeal and exceptional quality.

Producer

L'Aventure

Region

Paso Robles, CA

Country

USA

Varietal

Grenache / Garnacha

Varietal Composition

51% Grenache, 26% Mourvèdre, 23% Syrah

Specifications

2018

Vintage

2035

Drink By

ABV

Vinification

Aged 14 months in multiple vessels - 37% in 1-year old French oak, 35% in new French oak, 23% concrete, 5% amphora, and bottled with no fining or filtration

Occasional wine note

L'Aventure's Côte à Côte is a standout GSM blend from Paso Robles, crafted by winemaker Stephen Asseo, known for its easy-drinking appeal and exceptional quality.

What experts say about this wine

100

Jeb Dunnuck

Straight-up sexy, the 2018 Cote A Cote is a Grenache-dominated blend that includes 26% Mourvèdre and 23% Syrah, all aged in 35% new French oak. Stunning notes of black raspberries, ground pepper, Asian spices, and candied violets all flow to a full-bodied, concentrated wine that reminds me of a great vintage of Domaine de la Janasse's Châteauneuf du Pape Vieilles Vignes cuvée. It shows more chalky minerality with time in the glass and is pure, seamless, and beautifully put together. Drink it over the coming 10-12 years.

100

James Suckling

This is incredible, offering red fruit, peach and some honeysuckle. Medium to full body, creamy tannins and a flavorful finish. Tight and focused. 51% grenache, 26% Mourvèdre, and 23% syrah. Drink or hold.

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