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Darius II

The Crown Jewel of the Darioush Estate

Creative expression, discovery, and intrigue. The crown jewel of the Darioush estate.

2019 Darius II Cabernet Sauvignon

The Crown Jewel of the Darioush estate, Darius II captures the diverse and exquisite beauty within each vintage. With an uncompromising commitment to crafting a wine with complexity, composure and refinement, Darius II is the hallmark of the Darioush style.

Available via First Offering membership
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Tasting Notes

From a textbook vintage, 2019 Darius II seamlessly weaves together elegance and opulence with tremendous power.

Brambly fruit flavors of black cherry and cassis are infused with toasted thyme, bay leaf and bittersweet cocoa for an exceptionally captivating mouthfeel. Silky smooth tannins frame the palate which reveals further notes of licorice, espresso crema and Tahitian vanilla. Chief contributions from our Sage Vineyard estate atop Mount Veeder gives this wine its exceptional depth and stature while maintaining its trademark savory complexity, polish, and composure.

  • composition94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot
  • cooperageAged 22 months in 80% new Taransaud Chateau Traditional French oak barrels
  • winemakerHope Goldie
  • appellationApadana Block - Darioush Estate, Napa Valley | Sage Vineyard - Mount Veeder
  • availabilityExclusively for First Offering Members

“This deep purple-hued effort offers a great nose of crème de cassis, scorched earth, charcoal, and leafy herbs, with some background chocolaty oak. Rich, full-bodied, and concentrated on the palate, it’s beautifully balanced, has ripe, present tannins, and one heck of a great finish.”

Jeb Dunnuck | Rated 97
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Since our very first vintage in 1999 a unique work has been selected to adorn Darius II, each highlights an ancient tradition in Persian art.

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