DAOU - 2019 - Patrimony Cave des Lions - 750 ml.

DAOU - 2019 - Patrimony Cave des Lions - 750 ml.

SKU: A5843

Varietal Icon Pinot Noir
Country Icon USA
Region Icon Paso Robles
97 JS 99 RP
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DESCRIPTION

 

 

A marriage of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, one cannot but be taken by the uber-dark color of this wine. Yet when the first sip is taken, an unexpected profile emerges from the glass with elegance and freshness accompanied by a wealth of minerality. The nose explodes with aromas of cassis, cured meats, coffee, licorice, dark chocolate, and spice. Full-bodied, this flawlessly balanced wine will keep you thinking for a long time while the finish does not stop.

Wine at a glance

Country Icon USA
Region Icon Paso Robles
Size Icon 750 ml.
Varietal Icon Pinot Noir
Winery Icon DAOU
Type Icon Red
Vintage Icon 2019

Expert Notes

Robert Parker: 99

A The 2019 Caves des Lions is a blend of free-run Cabernet Sauvignon (52%) and Cabernet Franc (48%) matured for 22 months in 100% new French oak and bottled in December of 2021. Opaque ruby in color, it has layered aromas of blackcurrant, lilac, graphite, fried savory herbs and game meats. The full-bodied palate is powerful yet balanced, its restrained, mineral-laced fruit complemented by mouthwatering acidity, and it boasts a long, graceful finish. Harmonious and latent, it will demand plenty of patience as it unwinds in bottle—the Patrimony wines tend to age at a glacial pace.

James Suckling: 97

Deep and fragrant nose with a lift of currant leaf freshness to the cassis, nori, Spanish chocolate, roasted jalapeño pepper, sumptuous blackberries and some cigar box. Full-bodied and compact on the palate with firm but ultra-fine tannins here that are powerful but not grippy. Long and juicy. 52% cabernet sauvignon and 48% cabernet franc.

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