NAPA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA

A note from the Jeb Dunnuck | Rated 93 Points: This vintage of the decade for Darioush Signature Cabernet Sauvignon. In its evolution, Director of Winemaking Hope Goldie has brought further refinement, concentration and freshness to the estate’s flagship wine, without sacrificing any of the substance and pleasure of previous vintages. Mount Veeder features prominently in the aromatic complexity and structure of the wine—seamless and sleek, with cocoa, black tea, espresso, flint, and sage all contributing layers of complexity wrapped around a dense, youthful core of cassis and dark brambly fruit. With an hour of decanting or a few years of cellaring, this wine will reward both collectors and enthusiasts.

Food Pairings: Grilled steaks, braised short ribs, or mushroom risotto.