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2008 Darioush Signature Merlot * Napa Valley
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2008 Darioush Signature Merlot * Napa Valley
Rocky, well-drained volcanic soil, a marine in uence and the due east sun exposure describes the terroir of our unique Mt. Veeder estate. Vineyards planted on the steep hillside balance the ripeness and yield of one of the most vigorous of the Bordeaux varietals—providing the fruit and resulting wine, with great depth, texture and aromatic complexity. |
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About This Wine:
| Composition: |
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90% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc |
| Appellation: |
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Darioush Estate Vineyards, Napa Valley, Oak Knoll, Mt. Veeder |
| Cooperage: |
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Aged 22 months in 70% new French oak barrels from Troncais and Allier forests |
| Winemaker: |
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Steve Devitt |
| Availability: |
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846 Cases |
Tasting Notes:
The moderate 2008 growing season yielded small amounts of mature, highly-concentrated Merlot. The resulting wine offers a profile of dense, expressive dark fruit– black raspberry, cherry and dried fig supported by a tight core of dark cocoa, licorice and cola. Sweet, succulent tannins add textural complexity, while a beautiful, long finish reveals notes of rosemary, cinnamon and graham cracker.
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