2019 DAOU Soul of a Lion*Vintage is subject to change without notice. 97+ Points by Robert Parker 95 Points by Wine Enthusiast 94 96+ Points by Jeb Dunnuck Vintage : 2019 Country : USA Region : Paso Robles Winemaker Notes The 2019 Soul of a Lion is a blockbuster vintage that showcases how Bordeaux varieties are remarkably suited to the terroir of DAOU Mountain. This wine explodes from the glass with a kaleidoscope of aromas and flavors, including blackberry, blueberry, black

But the sense of peace belies the serious industry at work on this 100 acre estate

By highlighting the unique qualities of each varietal

lavender and dark chocolate and will improve over many years

Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc aged 20 months in 89% new French oak

The rounded mouthfeel is persistent in the long and lingering rich finish

the mouthfeel is tense and profound with creamy lees

garnet-red color

accented with a suggestion of rosehip tea

His love of Napa Valley lingered and in 1981

Filled with notes of deep forest berries

and a clearly tannic finish that doesn’t overpower and will soften with age

Marchese Mario Incisa della Rocchetta