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  • Country ranking ?

    233
  • Producer ranking ?

    10
  • Decanting time

    5h
  • When to drink

    2026-2045
  • Food Pairing

    Grilled venison with beetroots, Tournedos Rossini & aged hard cheeses

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The Story

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.

A deeply personal wine for Darioush for its sense of creative expression, discovery, and intrigue. An exceptional quality distinguishes each vintage from the last, with distinctiveness h...

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Wine Information

Blend: 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot and 1% Cabernet Franc

Origin: Sage Vineyard (Mt Veeder), Apadana Block (Darioush Estate), Pritchard Hill, Spring Mountain, Howell Mountain

“The 2016 Darius II sparks both hedonistic and cerebral appreciation by exuding profound scents of preserved plums, blackberry compote, blueberry pie...cigar box, Indian spices, fragrant earth, truffles and licorice. Full-bodied, bold and decadently fruited in ...

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Average Bottle Price

2020
245€

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Written Notes

Big and rich Napa red with layers of soft, lavish tannins and ripe fruit with a dried-berry and cedar undertone. Full body. Flavorful finish. Drink or hold.

  • 94p

Intense ruby red colour. Rich jammy nose shows ripe black fruits, dark chocolate and toasty spiciness. Full-bodided palate is rich and round with velvety mouthfeel with gentle toastiness and smooth tannins. Intense black fruit flavours with roasted coffee and toasty nuances. A big Napa Cab with gentle heart. Will keep another 10-15 years, but drinks well already. Decant for 3 hours and serve with juicy steaks and mature cheeses. JL 94p (12/2020)

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Origin

Napa, Napa Valley

Grapes

11% Merlot
81% Cabernet Sauvignon
8% Cabernet Franc

Drinking temperature

17-18C

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