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Darioush wines are the culmination of culture, art, history and human ideals. It was founded by Iranian-born entrepreneur Darioush Khaledi and his wife Shahpar who emigrated to the U.S. in 1976. Their global search for property ended in Napa’s southern valley in Altamura Winery’s old property in 1997 where Darioush and Steve Devitt chose to produce Bordeaux-styled wines in the cooler microclimates of Mount Veeder and Oak Knoll. They honor their heritage, their workers, and their vineyards with a balance of modern and ancient approaches that make their wines attractive to wine connoisseurs everywhere. Their estate is one of the most majestic and hospitable locales in all of Napa Valley. You have to see it to believe it.
The Darioush Cabernet Sauvignon Darius II 2014 is a flagship wine from California, primarily sourced from estate grapes on Mount Veeder. This Bordeaux blend, featuring 91% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, and 4% Malbec, showcases the rich qualities of the warm 2014 vintage. Aged for approximately 22 months in new French oak, it presents a complex profile with aromas of graphite, blackberry, and cassis, alongside hints of toast and chocolate. The wine is full-bodied with a broad, savory texture, supported by firm tannins and notes of cedar and tobacco, leading to a long, pure finish. Its robust character makes it suitable for aging, promising to develop further complexity over the next several years.
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