2018 Library Darius II Cabernet Sauvignon

In the spirit of sharing, Darioush and London’s Victoria and Albert Museum have joined together to feature ancient traditions in Persian Art. The time-honored artworks selected for each label span thousands of years of creativity and reflect the craftsmanship and integrity of Darius II.

THE LABEL ART

London-born John Henry Dearle rose to Chief Designer of the legendary firm, Morris & Co, under the tutelage of William Morris himself. Known as the father of progressive pattern in the Victorian era, Morris revived practices lost to the passage of time— emphasizing the use of quality raw materials and hand processing in textiles. Observing the natural world first-hand and influenced by a study of ancient patterns of Persia, Dearle’s motifs convey strong symmetry with flourishes of color, aptly suited to the technique of weaving. His 1890s masterpiece, Apple, now resides in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

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750mL $325
1.5L $650
Tasting Notes

Fortitude and resilience best describe the 2018 vintage of Darius II.

Following the devastating 2017 wildfires, we decided to forgo bottling our estate’s crown jewel for the first time ever. Perhaps it is Mother Nature’s need for redemption that the 2018 growing season was idyllic, a textbook season, for producing exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon.

With dozens of beautiful barrel lots to choose from, our final blend included a small contribution of Sage Vineyard Cabernet Franc complementing the gorgeous expression of Cabernet Sauvignon from our winery estate’s Apadana Block.

Demonstrating extraordinary composure, energy, and depth, 2018 Darius II is teeming with dense, vibrant flavors of cassis, black fruits, minerals, and a savory sage and wild thyme component. The captivating aromatics consist of crushed blueberries, bay leaf, medium-roast coffee, and candied violets. Expressive in its youth, with refined, succulent tannins, 2018 Darius II will undoubtedly reveal further detail and elegance for the patient collector over a decade or two.

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  • composition92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Cabernet Franc
  • cooperageAged 22 months in 80% new Taransaud Chateau Traditional French oak barrels
  • winemakerHope Goldie
  • appellationApadana Block - Darioush Estate, Napa Valley | Sage Vineyard - Mount Veeder
  • availabilityExclusively for First Offering Members

"Big, broad and extracted, this year's Darius II...is as well structured as it is boundlessly rich...it already shows a surprising sense of winemaking polish for a wine of its youth and size. Put it away in a dark place deep in the cellar for six to ten years, and count on it drinking beautifully as it reaches its twentieth birthday."

Connoisseur's Guide | Rated 95