Darioush
2014 Cabernet Sauvignon
AVA
Auction 20 | Lot No. 192
Vintage: 2014
Darioush
Cabernet Sauvignon
5 cases produced
Highlights
- A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc from the diverse terroirs of our estate vineyards
- Cultivated primarily from our Sage Vineyard at 1,800 feet in the Mount Veeder nested appellation
- Exhibits a textured profile of savory, earthbound flavors with richly structured dark fruits
- Worthy of cellaring for up to 15 years for the discerning collector
Description
This rare expression of Napa Valley winemaking is one of only 60 bottles that will ever be made. Think of it as a bit of Napa Valley history in your cellar and celebrated in a glass with friends and family.
Your Premiere Napa Valley wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc from the diverse terroirs of the Darioush estate vineyards in Napa Valley. Cultivated primarily from their Sage Vineyard at 1,800 feet in the Mount Veeder nested appellation, this wine exhibits a textured profile of savory, earthbound flavors with richly structured dark fruits. The polish and poise of this wine makes it worthy of cellaring for up to 15 years for the discerning collector.
Wine Facts
- Sustainably produced
- Wine is 100% estate grown and bottled
Steve Devitt
Winemaker, Darioush
Steve manages all winemaking and viticulture activities at Darioush. His understanding of microclimates, the local soils and the wines they produce enable him to create estate wines that best express the character of each individual vineyard. As a winegrower, he believes that the best winemaking begins in the vineyards. Steve personally manages the estate's extensive new vineyard developments and all aspects of the estate's wine production.
Country born: United States
Education: Advanced studies at UC Davis in enology and viticulture
Certifications: table wine production certificate (UCD), A.S. in viticulture Napa College
Internships: Oakville Research Station (biotyping phylloxera)
Mentor: Lori Wood (Freemark Abbey), Larry Wara (Chalk Hill)
Years in the wine industry: 30+ years
Winemaking Philosophy:
Focused on the limited-production of red Bordeaux varietals and small lots of Chardonnay, Viognier and Shiraz, Darioush employs minimal intervention or 'ancien' winemaking techniques, including hand harvesting and handsorting each grape cluster prior to crushing, , small-lot whole-cluster pressing, destemming, cold soaking, extended maceration, barrel-to-barrel racking and bottling without filtration.
This minimalist approach preserves and expresses the true varietal character of Darioush Signature wines. Our main focus is to grow a classic red Bordeaux blend that displays the finest qualities of the estate's unique soils and microclimate.
Southern Napa Fine Wine House
2304 Main Street
Daphne AL 36526
251-375-2800
Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from Southern Napa Fine Wine House:
| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cornerstone Cellars | 2018 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Howell Mountain | 24 (2020) | |
| Davies Vineyards | 2018 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Diamond Mountain District | J. Davies Estate Rock Garden | 24 (2020) |
| Nemerever | 2018 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | Hillside | 24 (2020) |
| Somerston Estate | 2018 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Everest | 24 (2020) |
| TEXTBOOK | 2018 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | Sticks & Stones | 24 (2020) |
| Burgess Cellars | 2017 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Brush Breaker | 23 (2019) |
| Selah Wines | 2017 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Howell Mountain | Selah | 23 (2019) |
| Vine Cliff Winery | 2017 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | Spirit | 23 (2019) |
| Anthem Winery And Vineyards, Llc | 2016 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder | 22 (2018) | |
| Jean Edwards Cellars | 2016 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Trois II | 22 (2018) |
| Monticello Vineyards | 2016 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley | Block 2 | 22 (2018) |
| Taplin Cellars | 2016 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | Ethel Lewelling Taplin | 22 (2018) |
| Anthem Winery and Vineyards, LLC | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder | 21 (2017) | |
| Gamble Family Vineyards | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | 21 (2017) | |
| Rocca Family Vineyards | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Yountville | Grigsby Vineyard Old Vines Barrel 15047 | 21 (2017) |
| Schramsberg Vineyards | 1996 | Sparkling Wine | Napa Valley | J. Schram Late Disgorged | 21 (2017) |
| Beran | 2014 | Zinfandel | Napa Valley | 20 (2016) | |
| Darioush | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | 20 (2016) | ||
| Frank Family Vineyards | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | Winston Hill | 20 (2016) |
| Miner Family Winery | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | 19 (2015) | |
| Davies Vineyards | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Diamond Mountain District | Jamie's Select | 18 (2014) |
Winery Distribution
Darioush is distributed in the following markets. Please contact the winery directly for the most up-to-date distribution information and to explore commercial opportunities.
Domestic:
- Alabama (Pinnacle imports)
- Arizona (Maverick Beverage Company of Arizona- Quench )
- Arkansas (SOUTHERN GLAZERS OF AR)
- California (REPUBLIC NATIONAL DISTRIBUTING COMPANY)
- Colorado (REPUBLIC NATIONAL DISTRIBUTING COMPANY)
- Connecticut (BRESCOME BARTON – WORLDWIDE WINE )
- Florida (REPUBLIC NATIONAL DISTRIBUTING COMPANY)
- Georgia (REPUBLIC NATIONAL DISTRIBUTING CO)
- Hawaii (SOUTHERN GLAZERS WINE & SPIRITS)
- Illinois (WINEBOW, INC)
- Indiana (REPUBLIC NATIONAL DISTRIBUTING COMPANY)
- Iowa (REPUBLIC NATIONAL DISTRIBUTING COMPANY)
- Kansas (STANDARD BEVERAGE )
- Kentucky (REPUBLIC NATIONAL DISTRIBUTING COMPANY)
- Louisiana (REPUBLIC NATIONAL DISTRIBUTING COMPANY)
- Maryland (REPUBLIC NATIONAL DISTRIBUTING COMPANY)
- Massachusetts (HORIZON BEVERAGE)
- Michigan (GREAT LAKES WINE & SPIRITS)
- Mississippi (MADVINES & SPIRITS)
- Missouri (BREAKTHRU BEVERAGE MISSOURI)
- Montana (GEORGE'S DISTRIBUTING)
- Nebraska (QUAIL DISTRIBUTING)
- Nevada (SOUTHERN WINE & SPIRITS/J&P WHOLESALE)
- New Hampshire (PERFECTA WINES )
- New Jersey (FREDERICK WILDMAN AND SONS)
- New Mexico (REPUBLIC NATIONAL DISTRIBUTING COMPANY)
- New York (VINTUS NEW YORK)
- North Carolina (TRYON DISTRIBUTING)
- Ohio (HEIDELBERG DISTRIBUTING COMPANY)
- Oklahoma (PREMIUM BRANDS WINE & SPIRITS COMPANY)
- Oregon (CASA BRUNO)
- Rhode Island (HORIZON BEVERAGE)
- South Carolina (REPUBLIC NATIONAL DISTRIBUTING COMPANY)
- Tennessee (LIPMAN BROTHERS)
- Tennessee (SOUTHERN GLAZERS OF TN)
- Texas (REPUBLIC NATIONAL DISTRIBUTING COMPANY)
- Utah (VINE LORE)
- Virginia (REPUBLIC NATIONAL DISTRIBUTING COMPANY)
- Washington (VEHRS DISTRIBUTING)
- Wisconsin (L'EFT BANK WINE COMPANY)
International:
- Belgium (NIEUWEWERELDWIJNEN)
- Bermuda (GOSLING'S LTD)
- Canada (The Case for Wine | Toronto | Ontario)
- Canada - Alberta (Artisan Wines )
- Canada - British Columbia (NEW WORLD WINES)
- China (Looking for representation)
- Denmark (OTTO SUENSON & CO)
- Dominican Republic (El Catador)
- Germany (CALIFORNIA WINES)
- Hong Kong (Looking for representation)
- Japan (DEPT PLANNING CO., LTD)
- Luxembourg (AMCELLARS)
- Mexico (VIPARMEX)
- Netherlands (IC-WINES BV)
- Norway (Looking for representation)
- Puerto Rico (Fine Wine Imports)
- Russia (Looking for representation)
- Singapore (PINNACLE WINE & SPIRITS)
- South Korea (Wine2UKorea)
- Sweden (Soutirage AB)
- Taiwan (PROWINE CO. LTD)
- United Arab Emirates (AFRICAN + EASTERN)
- United Kingdom (THE VINEYARD CELLARS)