DAOU Reserve Seventeen Forty 2019 750ml

The 2019 Reserve Seventeen Forty belongs to our Reserve Collection, which features allocated wines from DAOU Mountain as well as top vineyards across the Paso Robles AVA. The best fruit from each site is reserved for special winemaking treatment, resulting in wines that display remarkable character and expression.

Seventeen Forty is a signature DAOU cuvée renowned for its fine balance of structure and elegance. The 2019 vintage presents a deep garnet color and leads with aromas of blueberry, plum, blackberry, espresso, and clove. Seductive flourishes of sage, rosemary, eucalyptus and black pepper are revealed as the wine opens up in the glass. On the palate, a rounded entry unfolds with beautifully integrated flavors of blue fruits, baking spice, toasted marshmallow, anise and dark chocolate. Fresh acidity persists on a bright and boldly framed finish.

94 Points - Wine Enthusiast

Savory aromas of toasted walnuts, charred meat and dark berries make for a very savory impression on the nose of this blend of 51% Cabernet Franc and 49% Merlot. The tannins are expertly polished and land with a smooth coating, embracing flavors of roasted fruit, cocoa, fig and roasted almonds, with a delicate hit of acidity popping on the finish.