#darioush

[adelphiaxo]

darius the great was a good book, would def recommend. apparently theres a second book :0

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Darioush by Dan Gildor

Via Flickr

To each his own.

If you want over the top decor and the bragadouche equivalent of the flag flying over Windsor or other castle when the queen is there, by all means stop by Darioush on the Silverado Trail.

The wines were fine and mostly run of the mill. We did though leave with a bottle of the Cabernet Franc. And a photo of their picnic table.

[shibasommelier]

2015 Darioush Signature Merlot

Feeling feisty today with this Napa Valley Merlot. The longer this guy is open, the more it opens up. The fruit gets deeper and more luxurious. Velvety nose of plums, dried raspberries, macerated blackberries, eucalyptus, and mint. Juicy plums, cherries, blackberries, and raspberries on the palate with some dried herb and cedar notes. Nice acidity.

3/5 bones

$$$$

Merlot (94%), Cabernet Sauvignon (3%), Malbec (3%)

14.8% abv

Napa Valley, California, USA

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Darioush Signature Napa Valley Viognier ~ Wine of the Day

Napa Valley’s Darioush Winery produces bold, expressive, elevated Cabernet Sauvignon wines with character. Still, the winemaking prowess does not stop there, as is evident in its luscious, well-rounded, and highly appealing Viognier. Darioush Signature Viognier uses fruit grown in the Oak Knoll AVA, a slightly cooler location towards the southern part of Napa, ensuring delicate fruit remains…