Darioush 'Darius II' Cabernet Sauvignon
| Vintage: | 2018 |
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| Description: | Darioush DISTINCTIONThe Crown Jewel of the Darioush estate, Darius Ii captures the diverse andexquisite beauty within each vintage. With an uncompromising commitment tocrafting a wine with complexity, composure and refinement, Darius Ii is thehallmark of the Darioush style.ABOUT The VINTAGEFortitude and resilience best describe the 2018 vintage of Darius Ii. Following thedevastating 2017 wildfires, we decided to forgo bottling our estate's crown jewel forthe first time ever. Perhaps it is Mother Nature's need for redemption that the 2018growing season was idyllic, a textbook season, for producing exceptional CabernetSauvignon. Abundant winter rains naturally invigorated the vines, and budbreakoccurred during pristine spring weather, resulting in a generous and beautifully evencrop from the start. Mild temperatures and a lack of climactic drama well intoautumn enabled the slow, complete, and even maturities necessary to cultivate wineswith great composure, grace, and complexity. With dozens of beautiful vineyard andbarrel lots to choose from, the challenge was deciding which to exclude from thefinal blend. Ultimately, a small contribution of Sage Vineyard Cabernet Franc wasselected to complement the gorgeous expression of Cabernet Sauvignon from ourwinery estate's Apadana Block.TASTING NOTESDemonstrating extraordinary composure, energy, and depth, 2018 Darius Ii isteeming with dense, vibrant flavors of cassis, black fruits, minerals, and a savory sageand wild thyme component. The captivating aromatics consist of crushedblueberries, bay leaf, medium-roast co ee, and candied violets. Expressive in itsyouth, with refined, succulent tannins, 2018 Darius Ii will undoubtedly revealfurther detail and elegance for the patient collector over a decade or two.THE Label ARTLondon-born John Henry Dearle rose to Chief Designer of the legendary firm,Morris & Co, under the tutelage of William Morris himself. Known as the father ofprogressive pattern in the Victorian era, Morris revived practices lost to the passageof timeâ" emphasizing the use of quality raw materials and hand processing intextiles. Observing the natural world first-hand and influenced by a study of ancientpatterns of Persia, Dearle's motifs convey strong symmetry with flourishes of color,aptly suited to the technique of weaving. His 1890s masterpiece, Apple, now residesin the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. |
| Price: | $ 374.99 |
| Price in original currency: | None |
Available from Potomac Wines and Spirits
| Address: |
3100 M Street NW Washington, DC 20007T United States |
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| Telephone (regular): | 800-333-2829 |
| Fax: | 202-625-1180 |
First added to 1000 Corks on July 21, 2023.
