DAOU Estate Soul of a Lion Cabernet Sauvignon

Named for the father of Georges and Daniel Daou, Soul of a Lion is the crown jewel of DAOU and an emblem of their quest to produce unsurpassed Cabernet Sauvignon from the terroir of DAOU Mountain. Each bottle of Soul of a Lion represents a nine-year journey of passionate curation. This journey begins with rare bois rose French oak barrels whose staves are seasoned in the elements for five years before coopering. The wine is then aged for nearly two years in these proprietary DAOU 5-Year barrels conceived by Winemaker Daniel Daou. Finally, it is held for extended bottle maturation before allocation - ensuring that each vintage has achieved perfection upon release.

DAOU Estate Soul of a Lion Cabernet Sauvignon presents an alluring profusion of black cherry, mulberry, and Oregon blackberry aromas with notes of leather, cigar box, and dark chocolate. Hints of desert sage and creme de menthe accent the rich fruit. The palate is silky and voluptuous, delivering loads of currant, cassis, black raspberry, and ripe cherry. Earthy tones of dates and truffle underscore notes of fig and baking spice. Mature, ripe tannins yield a weighty, velvety texture integrated with a limestone minerality and subtle oak. A lengthy finish leaves lingering impressions of blackberry, plum, and espresso with a touch of white pepper. A wine of immense staying power that will evolve favorably for many years to come.