L'Aventure, Estate Cuvee Vintage:2011 lingering and mildly rustic finish

lingering and mildly rustic finish where the only fault is a hint of warmth

the vine ages run from 18 to 75+ years of age)

45 ha parcel situated at the very top of the vineyard)

This is an exceptionally serious wine that should age for years yet isn’t overtly hard

L'Aventure, Estate Cuvee Vintage:2011 lingering and mildly rustic finishGlass staining ruby. Assertively perfumed aromas of dark berry preserves, Asian spices and candied rose develop a vibrant mineral quality in the glass. Spicy and sharply focused on the palate, offering concentrated red and black currant, cherry and floral pastille flavors of outstanding clarity and power. Closes sappy, spicy and extremely long, with velvety tannins adding shape and gentle grip. Josh Raynolds