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DARIOUSH DISTINCTION
Crafted to balance the fruit complexity, structure and age-worthiness of this ancient varietal, Darioush Signature Shiraz continues to demonstrate the remarkable potential of our cool vineyard site in Southern Napa Valley. Grown from a combination of both old-vine Australian Shiraz and Northern Rhone clones, the finished wine stays true to its inherently spicy and seductive spirit.
TASTING NOTES
Introduced by enticing aromas of cassis, pomegranate and orange zest, the 2007 Shiraz possesses a wealth of dark fruits and spices—from cinnamon to clove and star-anise. A firm core of earthy-blackberry fruit is enhanced by notes of baker’s chocolate and toasted almond followed by a long, espresso-laced finish.
VINIFICATION
- Meticulous attention to detail in vineyard and cellar
- Hand-harvested into small 28 lb. baskets
- Hand-sorted twice, before and after de-stemming
- Fermentation includes cold soaking for 4 days in a combination of opened top and traditional fermenters, with gentle pump-overs and extended maceration for optimal color extraction and tannin management
| COMPOSITION |
100% Shiraz |
| APPELLATION |
Darioush Estate Vineyards in
Napa Valley and Oak Knoll |
| COOPERAGE |
Aged 18 months in new French Oak -
Siruge, Damy and François Frères Burgundian barrels |
| WINEMAKER |
Steve Devitt |
| AVAILABILITY |
1,244 cases |
| PRICE |
$68.00 |
RICHARD REDDINGTON, CHEF & OWNER REDD, Yountville, CA
“I paired the Shiraz with a roasted duck breast we have on the menu, served with a swiss chard crepe, celery root puree and a sauce finished with bitter chocolate. The pairing was great; we picked up chocolate notes from the wine-- which was very well balanced. Next time, I'll pair it with braised meats, or a sauce that has some spice: cinnamon, nutmeg and clove.”
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