Wine Matching Your Request
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Clos Solene2008 La Petite Solene Paso Robles AVA
Alcohol: 15.4%“The 2008 La Petite Solene is a blend of 6Syrah and 3Grenache. It is a big boy at 15.4% alcohol, but one can taste this and sense French savoir faire... “The 2008 La Petite Solene is a blend of 6Syrah and 3Grenache. It is a big boy at 15.4% alcohol, but one can taste this and sense French savoir faire with its elegance and overall class and balance. The wine has a dense ruby/purple color and a sweet nose of kirsch, blackberry, licorice, and anise. Full-bodied, with sweet tannins, good, crunchy freshness, and a lusty texture, this wine should drink nicely for 4-5 years.”Pairing Suggestion:
Varietal:
Syrah / GrenacheAlcohol: 15.4%
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Clos Solene2010 Hommage a nos Pairs Reserve Paso Robles AVA
“Deep, dark and layered with off the hook aromas and flavors of black currants, chocolate, truffle, roasted meats and licorice, the 2010 Hommage a nos... “Deep, dark and layered with off the hook aromas and flavors of black currants, chocolate, truffle, roasted meats and licorice, the 2010 Hommage a nos Pairs Reserve (9Syrah, 3% Grenache and Mourvedre aged 20 month in new French oak) continues the house style with full-bodied richness, layers of texture and sweet tannin. It, too, is one sexy effort that’s a sheer joy to drink. Enjoy it over the coming 5-7 years. Drink now-202”Pairing Suggestion:
Varietal:
Syrah / Grenache / Mourvèdre
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Clos Solene2013 Hommage a nos Paris Paso Robles AVA
“A small step back from the stunning 2012, the 2013 Hommage A Nos Pairs Reserve is a Syrah-dominated cuvee that includes 4% Grenache and Roussanne. Fermented... “A small step back from the stunning 2012, the 2013 Hommage A Nos Pairs Reserve is a Syrah-dominated cuvee that includes 4% Grenache and Roussanne. Fermented and aged 17 months in 6new French oak, this glass-stainer offers awesome notes of creme de cassis, crushed violets, peppered meat and licorice in a full-bodied, ripe, rich, polished and perfectly balanced profile. Never over the top or clumsy in anyway, with a full mid-palate and fine tannin, it’s offers immense pleasure today (like all of Guillaume’s wines) yet will age gracefully on its balance, purity and concentration.”Pairing Suggestion:
Varietal:
Syrah / Grenache / Roussanne
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Clos Solene2012 Hommage a nos Paris Paso Robles AVA
“Guillaume pulled back on the 100% new oak aging regime, and the 2012 Hommage a Nos Pairs was aged 17 months in 70% new French oak. A blend of 94% Syrah,... “Guillaume pulled back on the 100% new oak aging regime, and the 2012 Hommage a Nos Pairs was aged 17 months in 70% new French oak. A blend of 94% Syrah, 4% Grenache and Viognier that was barrel fermented (5 weeks), it offers thrilling black raspberry, creamy licorice, sweet oak and graphite to go with a full-bodied, ultra-pure, layered and textured feel on the palate. It’s not cheap, but there’s only 110 cases to go around and it’s an awesome drink. Plan on drinking bottles over the coming 4-5 years. Winemaker Guillaume Favre made the most of the 2012 vintage, and these new releases show the supple, pure quality of the vintage, yet have superb mid-palate depth and richness. In addition, Guillaume has now left l’Aventure to focus exclusively on his Clos Solene label. Drink: 2014-2019.”Pairing Suggestion:
Varietal:
Syrah / Grenache / Viognier
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Clos Solene2014 Cuvee Jean Paso Robles AVA
“Showing a cool climate-like bouquet of pepper, gamy meats, olive and chocolaty dark fruits, the 2014 Cuvee Jean is full-bodied, rich and unctuous on... “Showing a cool climate-like bouquet of pepper, gamy meats, olive and chocolaty dark fruits, the 2014 Cuvee Jean is full-bodied, rich and unctuous on the palate, with the hallmark purity and crazily polished texture of all of Guillaume’s wines. Made from 97% Syrah and 3% Viognier, from Bien Nacido’s Z and X Blocks, it spent 16 months in 30% new oak. Drink this sexy beast over the coming decade.”Pairing Suggestion:
Varietal:
Syrah / Viognier
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Clos Solene2011 Essence de Roussanne Paso Robles AVA
“A barrel-fermented blend of mostly Roussanne (half from James Berry Vineyard and half from Russell Family Vineyard) that spent 7 months in 80% new French... “A barrel-fermented blend of mostly Roussanne (half from James Berry Vineyard and half from Russell Family Vineyard) that spent 7 months in 80% new French oak and saw 10% through malolactic fermentation, the 2011 Roussanne offers up beautiful mineral-laced aromas of lemon peel, brioche, pear and crème to go with a medium-bodied, seamless palate feel. Rich, yet also pure and detailed, it really shows its class on the finish. Enjoy it over the coming 4-5 years.”Pairing Suggestion:
Varietal:
Roussanne
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Clos Solene2010 Essence de Roussanne Paso Robles AVA
“A rich wine with dried mango and pineapple character on the nose and palate. Full and rich but very balanced with bright acidity and a minerality. Loads... “A rich wine with dried mango and pineapple character on the nose and palate. Full and rich but very balanced with bright acidity and a minerality. Loads going on. This is from James Berry Vineyards. Guillaume Fabre works at L’Aventure. This is 100% Roussanne. Drink now.”Pairing Suggestion:
Varietal:
Roussanne
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Clos Solene2009 Essence de Roussanne Paso Robles AVA
“The 2009 Essence de Roussanne emerges from blocks in the Booker and James Berry vineyards in Paso Robles. It shows gorgeous fleshiness in its ripe apricots,... “The 2009 Essence de Roussanne emerges from blocks in the Booker and James Berry vineyards in Paso Robles. It shows gorgeous fleshiness in its ripe apricots, tangerine and mango, all of which come together in a pretty, medium-bodied yet accessible style. The wine finds its minerality on the long, polished finish. This, too, is a terrific effort.Pairing Suggestion:
Varietal:
Roussanne
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Clos Solene2008 Essence de Roussanne Paso Robles AVA
“International Wine Cellar November/December 2009: Bright gold. Intensely perfumed aromas of lemon rind, pear, tarragon and dried flowers, with a strong... “International Wine Cellar November/December 2009: Bright gold. Intensely perfumed aromas of lemon rind, pear, tarragon and dried flowers, with a strong overtone of musky spices. Dry and focused, offering pure citrus and orchard fruit flavors and avoiding the excess weight of many New World versions of the variety. Finishes with very good grip and nervy, persistent minerality. Seems more energetic and focused than the excellent 2007. This fruit was again sourced from the Booker Vineyard.”Pairing Suggestion:
Varietal:
Roussanne
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Clos Solene2007 Essence de Roussanne Paso Robles AVA
“The 2007 Essence de Roussanne is a beautiful expression of Roussanne, with notes of lemon blossom, a hint of nectarine and marmalade along with crushed... “The 2007 Essence de Roussanne is a beautiful expression of Roussanne, with notes of lemon blossom, a hint of nectarine and marmalade along with crushed rock and white flowers, the wine strikes a compelling aromatic profile followed by a medium to full-bodied mouthfeel with terrific acidity and distinctive minerality. This wine should drink nicely for 4-5 years if not longer. Young Frenchman Guillaume Fabre and his wife Solène have produced this debut release of Roussanne, which shows enormous promise not only for their winemaking future, but for Paso Robles as well. Having worked with L’Aventure’s Stephan Assèo, this could well be another young talent worth keeping an eye on.”Pairing Suggestion:
Varietal:
Roussanne
