a 60-year-old clay parcel at 950 meters elevation and El Rubial
The nose is of sharp spice and berries
The tannins are tucked softly within that texture to good effect
the dominant Merlot brings roundness and supple tannins
2021 | L'Aventure Côte a Côte | Paso Robles Champagne Denis Chaput a 60-year-old clay parcel atThe 2021 Cote a Cote checks in as nearly equal thirds of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvdre. It's a killer bottle of wine revealing full bodied richness, an expansive, layered mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and a complex bouquet of blackberries, savory herbs, peppered meats, and hints of violets. This concentrated, powerful wine stays just about weightless, has ultra fine tannins, and a great finish. The levage here was 14 months in 30% new French oak, with 16%