Darioush

Signature Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

9.348 ratings
9.36 pro ratings
Napa Valley, California, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy
Top Notes For
Shawn R

In a great spot with no edges. From a mag

In a great spot with no edges. From a mag

1 person found it helpfulAug 12th, 2018
Sipping Fine Wine

Pouring a glass the wine was clean with a deep dark ruby red color, comprised of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 4% Malbec, aged for 22 months in French oak (85% new). Aromas of ripe fruit and sweet spices were wafting up teasing me to take a sip. The palate showed juicy blackberries, blueberries, sweet black cherries and currants. This wine was big, full tannins, complex and well balanced. Notes of leather, cacao, coffee beans and earthy.

Pouring a glass the wine was clean with a deep dark ruby red color, comprised of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 4% Malbec, aged for 22 months in French oak (85% new). Aromas of ripe fruit and sweet spices were wafting up teasing me to take a sip. The palate showed juicy blackberries, blueberries, sweet black cherries and currants. This wine was big, full tannins, complex and well balanced. Notes of leather, cacao, coffee beans and earthy.

Feb 16th, 2016
Chris Nichols

Wow! Big velvety mouthfeel. Medium plus alcohol but stands strong with the tannins and oak. Big wine with ripe black fruit, tobacco, baking spices, and vanilla.

Wow! Big velvety mouthfeel. Medium plus alcohol but stands strong with the tannins and oak. Big wine with ripe black fruit, tobacco, baking spices, and vanilla.

Feb 12th, 2017
William Feinstein

Classic nose of leather with a hint of vanilla extract. Lots of pencil lead and dark chocolate cherry cordial on the palate. Structure is firm and tannins are not fully resolved (but I love a little tannin). Still young with plenty of time to go. Love our friends at Darioush.

Classic nose of leather with a hint of vanilla extract. Lots of pencil lead and dark chocolate cherry cordial on the palate. Structure is firm and tannins are not fully resolved (but I love a little tannin). Still young with plenty of time to go. Love our friends at Darioush.

Feb 12th, 2017
Max Sander Byfuglin Jr

Decanted 6 hours - soooooooper tasty

Decanted 6 hours - soooooooper tasty

Dec 30th, 2016
William Feinstein

Extremely balanced and well made. Not a showstopper - just a beautiful bottle of wine.

Extremely balanced and well made. Not a showstopper - just a beautiful bottle of wine.

Aug 20th, 2016
Janette Wilhite

Delicious! Deep, Ripe and yummy!

Delicious! Deep, Ripe and yummy!

Apr 10th, 2016
Jennifer Joensen

Holy Schmokes!!! Needs serious decanting and was better throughout the evening. Dark fruit, lots of smoke, charcoal and tobacco. Not sure it's worth the price.

Holy Schmokes!!! Needs serious decanting and was better throughout the evening. Dark fruit, lots of smoke, charcoal and tobacco. Not sure it's worth the price.

Aug 21st, 2015
Edmond Bordelon

Bold is a great word... When they talk about big Napa cabs, this one always comes to mind.

Bold is a great word... When they talk about big Napa cabs, this one always comes to mind.

Mar 24th, 2015
Andrew Benn

Very well structured
Will be even better in 2-3 years
December Wine Club event

Very well structured
Will be even better in 2-3 years
December Wine Club event

Dec 19th, 2014