Daou Pessimist Red Blend

The Daou Pessimist presents intense aromas of blueberry, cherry, plum and strawberry with undercurrents of lavender and kirsch.

The nose evolves with layers of warm leather, truffle, pipe tobacco, black pepper and allspice. Rich and weighty on the palate, this wine delivers a no-holds-barred generosity of bold fruit flavors—boysenberry, blackberry, cassis and plum, underlain by notes of rhubarb, pomegranate and damp forest floor. Subtle hints of black olives, mushroom and tamarind spice concisely complement the balanced and well-rounded flavor profile.

A persistent, elegant finish lingers with red cherry and cranberry tones highlighted by hints of dark chocolate.

In a pursuit to create delicious wine inspired by varieties that flourish in Paso Robles, The Pessimist is a blend of Syrah, Petite Sirah, Zinfandel and Tannat. Sourced and crafted by the DAOU Vineyards winemaking team, this wine demonstrates classic old world style with the fruit-forward characteristics of California. The pessimist is a very dark wine that offers gorgeous crème de cassis, black cherry, boysenberries, and toasted vanilla beans accompanied with sweet tannins and purity of fruit. Firm, yet elegant tannins balance the powerhouse of fruit and lead to a strong, lasting finish of black pepper, pipe tobacco, and spicy oak.

Varieties: 62% Petite Sirah / 18% Zinfandel / 17% Syrah / 3% Lagrein

Aged 10 months in 50% new French oak

Origin: Napa Valley, Central Coast, California, United States