Virtual Tasting 5 Pack for Daou Vineyards

2019 Daou Sauvignon Blanc Paso Robles  

Price: $16.50       

The 2019 vintage is a powerhouse of a wine that exemplifies Sauvignon Blanc’s ascendance in Paso Robles. Impressive aromatics of pineapple, gooseberry, lemongrass and star jasmine anticipate gentler suggestions of key lime pie, citrus zest, tropical rain forest and lychee fruit. The palate is clean and exuberant, offering generous lemon-lime flavors with Granny Smith apple, pineapple and mango. Simultaneously smooth and lively, this wine is solid in its varietal character with a distinctly tropical personality. An engaging, lingering finish rounds out the experience with abundant kiwi and melon notes highlighted by lemon chiffon and white peach.

2020 Daou Vineyards Chardonnay Paso Robles  

Price: $18.75    

The 2020 Chardonnay presents luscious aromas of pineapple, pear, and Granny Smith apple with appealing hints of lemon chiffon, nectarine, and honeysuckle. As the experience unfolds, the nose further reveals hints of star jasmine, nutmeg, and vanilla bean. The palate is plush and graceful, offering mouthwatering flavors of peach, mango, kiwi, and fresh Crenshaw melon. The rich fruit is perfectly complemented by suggestions of lemon zest and baking spice, while a voluptuous finish lingers with notes of pineapple, guava, and hazelnut.

2018 Daou Bodyguard Paso Robles  

Price: $37.50       

The 2018 Bodyguard presents fragrant fruit aromas of blackberry, raspberry, currant and crème de cassis. Notes of cocoa, coffee, dark chocolate, licorice and sweet pipe tobacco are rounded out with whispers of truffle, toffee, mocha and menthol. A juicy, fleshy palate offers bright, generous flavors of cherry, cranberry, strawberry and blueberry accented with black raspberry and tamarind—all supported by underlying accents of dusty leather, pencil shavings, cigar box and crushed herbs. An elegantly styled and beautifully structured finish reverberates with focused energy, vibrant berry fruit and ripe, polished tannins.

Blend: 59% PETIT VERDOT | 41% PETITE SIRAH

2019 Daou Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Paso Robles  

Price: $22.25    

(92 Points) The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon from Daou's Discovery Series is blended with 10% Merlot, 6% Petit Verdot and 1% Cabernet Franc. It is still in barrel but will age around 10 months in 60% new French oak. It has a deep ruby-purple color and a nose of cassis, garrigue, charcuterie and sweet baking spices. The palate is medium-bodied, lifted and gently structured with grainy tannins and good freshness, finishing long. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

2018 Daou Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Paso Robles  

Price: $50.00    

(93 Points) The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve is a blend of 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Petit Verdot, 2% Merlot and 1% Cabernet Franc. It is still in barrel and will age about 18 months in 50% new French oak. The nose opens with tar, cassis and gentle blue fruit touches with notes of dried herbs, milk chocolate and coffee beans. The medium to full-bodied palate is lushly fruited but very fresh, with lifted herbal character, bright freshness and a firm but very finely grained structure, finishing long.  Robert Parker's Wine Advocate