Adelaida District

Paso Robles

Paso Robles Willow Creek District

Petaluma Gap

Santa Maria Valley

Hailed decades earlier as a “jewel of ecological elements” by legendary winemaker André Tchelistcheff, DAOU Mountain was rediscovered by brothers Georges Daou and Daniel Daou in 2007. 
Then known as Hoffman Mountain Ranch, the property produced notable wines and was widely considered the birthplace of modern winemaking in Paso Robles. However, its full potential lay unfulfilled for more than 30 years.

After years of searching, their worldwide quest for a sublime terroir ended here, on steep slopes that ascend to an elevation of 2,200 feet, all blessed with the type of calcareous clay soil found in the greatest appellations. Under the brothers’ stewardship, the Adelaida District would soon become the world’s newest benchmark for Cabernet Sauvignon and Bordeaux varietals.

DAOU is the culmination of the brothers’ shared dream. Through their vision and perseverance, it’s served as a catalyst for the entire Paso Robles region’s rise on the global wine scene, taking the industry by storm, challenging conventions and changing the paradigm of what a wine company can be.

United States

California

DAOU Family Estates

Cabernet Franc

Cabernet Sauvignon

Chardonnay

Grenache

Grenache Blanc

Grenache Noir

Malbec

Merlot

Petite Sirah

Petit Verdot

Pinot Noir

Roussanne

Sauvignon Blanc

Sémillon

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Tempranillo

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Daniel J. Daou, the co-proprietor of DAOU Family Estates
in the Adelaida District of Paso Robles, is a renowned
winemaker known for creating the luxury Cabernet
revolution in Paso Robles.

Growing up the larger part of his childhood in France,
Daniel developed a love for wine at a very young age.
He immigrated to California to attend the University of
California San Diego where he earned a Bachelor of
Science degree in Computer Engineering. At the young
age of 21 years old, he co-founded DAOU Systems with
his brother which became the leader in Hospital Systems
Integration within 10 years. After taking his company
public in 1997 and having it be the 5th best performing
IPO that year, he decided to retire to pursue his dream of
becoming a winemaker.

Daniel is a true visionary who saw the immense potential
of Paso Robles and the legendary terroir on what is now
DAOU Mountain. A trained engineer with an artistic eye
and palate, Daniel’s highly rated and revered wines have
been declared by the world’s foremost wine critics as
“rivaling the best wines in the world”.

Daniel is the first and only winemaker to receive 100 points
on Bordeaux varieties in the Paso Robles region. With the
highest scoring Cabernet Sauvignon in the Central Coast
region, Daniel’s track record of impeccable quality in the
fine wine world continues to garner accolades from both
critics and consumers alike. Consistently scoring at the
top of peer-to-peer rated apps, the swell of support for
Daniel and his wines has extraordinary momentum and
the wines are allocated in all channels.

Daniel truly believes in the Paso Robles region, and
founded the Paso Robles CAB Collective, a grassroot,
non-profit organization of winemakers designed with the
belief that the Paso Robles AVA can produce wines that
are worthy of international acclaim and able to rival the
best Cabernet Sauvignon wines in the world.

Daniel J. Daou

Cabernet Sauvignon Blend

Estate Micho

Rosé

Inspired by the renowned rosé wines of Provence, France, our 2020 DAOU Discovery Collection Rosé remains faithful to its origins. This wine is remarkably fragrant, offering generous aromas of fresh peach, Bartlett pear and nectarine, with subtle notes of hyacinth, apricot and crushed rose petals. The palate is delightfully silky, underlying a clean, fresh crispness delivering enticing flavors of mango, Crenshaw melon, lemon chiffon and tangerine. Secondary layers reveal hints of sweet cherry and vanilla with orange peel accents. A luxurious and lasting finish leaves traces of apple pie, strawberry and kiwi.

91 Points, Wine Enthusiast

Blend: 95% Grenache Noir, 5% Sauvignon Blanc

Discovery Rosé

Cabernet Franc-Merlot Blend

Estate Mayote

The 2020 DAOU Cabernet Sauvignon displays a rich and exuberant nose withan abundance of ripe cherry, black plum, and Zante currants, accompanied by undertones of blackberry jam and crushed wet gravel. Highlights of coffee and pencil shavings are rounded out with notes of dried desert sage and baking spices. This cabernet is robust and full bodied on the palate with flavors of black cherry, cassis, and wild boysenberry. Subtle secondary layers of cranberry and blueberry are framed with hints of vanilla, black olive and fine leather. Beautifully balanced and precisely structured around a core of ripe tannins, the velvety texture slowly fades with lingering flavors of blackberry, plum and cocoa.

93 Points, Robert Parker

90-92 Points, Jeb Dunnuck

Discovery Cabernet Sauvignon

The 2020 Pinot Noir from Santa Barbara County offers an attractive nose of wild raspberries, succulent red cherries and pomegranate. Notes of sandalwood and baking spice mingle
with suggestions of mushroom, African violets, new leather and toasty oak. Rounding out this elegant bouquet are hints of damp pine forest floor, rosehip tea and dark chocolate. On the palate, an astonishing purity of fruit flavor erupts with ripe cherry, cranberry, boysenberry and rhubarb, with trailing nuances of freshly sliced strawberries. Earthy truffle and pencil-lead minerality provide the foundation and balance for this exquisite wine, supporting a lengthy finish of plum, kirsch and pine needle.

Santa Barbara Pinot Noir

White

Quintessential varietal character abounds in our 2021 Sauvignon Blanc. Classic aromas of wet grass, pineapple, lemon chiffon and gooseberry are accented by hints of grapefruit, kiwi and lime. Subtle notes of lemongrass and green apple round out the layered and balanced nose. A crisp, zesty palate presents vibrant tropical flavors of pineapple, papaya and dragon fruit. The mouthfeel is full and round, offering secondary layers of melon and quince supported by a solid lemon-lime core. Notes of juicy pineapple, guava, citrus and green apple emerge on a clean, exuberant finish.

Discovery Sauvignon Blanc

Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

Malbec-Cabernet Franc Blend

Estate Cuvée Lizzy

The 2021 Discovery Chardonnay leads with a stunning nose of juicy pineapple, freshly sliced pears, lemon chiffon and warm toast. Spicy notes of nutmeg and ginger are highlighted with star jasmine and honeysuckle fragrances accompanied by hints of smoky oak and hazelnut. Elegant and silky on the palate, this Chardonnay offers delectable peach, melon and green apple flavors accentuated by tropical notes of mango, guava, pineapple and kiwi. A clean, exceptionally balanced finish is rounded out with essences of sweet Crenshaw melon, nectarine and papaya.

DAOU Family Estates

United States, California

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