Soul of a Lion Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 Lamb97 PTS & CELLAR SELECTION V21, Wine Enthusiast, November 2024 Named for the lesson in resilience instilled by the father of Georges and Daniel Daou, Soul of a Lion is the crown jewel of DAOU, and an emblem of our quest to produce Cabernet Sauvignon from the terroir of DAOU Mountain and the Adelaida District of Paso Robles. GRAPE VARIETY: 82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot (V21) TASTING NOTE: Abundant fruit aromas of black
Cellaring Potential: Up to 7 years
Rating: 100 points from Andrew Calliard MW
• Nose: Floral and citrus notes with a very subtle
or salmon tartare
followed by maturation for 14 months in a combination of 3000 L vat
These components remain in the same seasoned old oak hogsheads for approximately 14 years
The grape ripening months of February and March were influenced by a cold water “upwelling” off the coast
Velvety tannin creates depth and is defined by crisp acidity and beautiful line
with the exception of a rare August thunderstorm prior to harvest
this wine captures the freshness of Sauvignon Blanc and the round and ripe profile of Paso Robles
Its robust character also complements aged cheeses and gourmet charcuterie
layered texture with lemon meringue
