Darioush Signature Napa Valley Merlot 2013

Ratings on Delectable

Jeff D. Delectable Pro

Lacking a bit in substance although it could be that I had this after drinking Cabernet Sauvignon. Still smooth and approachable...just thought there had been more to it when I first tried this wine.

Lacking a bit in substance although it could be that I had this after drinking Cabernet Sauvignon. Still smooth and approachable...just thought there had been more to it when I first tried this wine.

9.1

Ron R Delectable Pro

I'm not sure if I've tagged the correct wine. Adjusting feedback much appreciated... Nose is slightly muted. Offers up oak, rich blackcurrants and caramel. On the palette, the wine is voluptuous and dense. Mid palette displays a nice lithe mouthfeel, with fully integrated tannins, and extravagant fruit extraction. Finishes flamboyant with linze torte, nutmeg and brown sugar. @Joe Lucca gifted me the cab a while back. I was excited to learn that they also do a merlot. Very impressive.

I'm not sure if I've tagged the correct wine. Adjusting feedback much appreciated... Nose is slightly muted. Offers up oak, rich blackcurrants and caramel. On the palette, the wine is voluptuous and dense. Mid palette displays a nice lithe mouthfeel, with fully integrated tannins, and extravagant fruit extraction. Finishes flamboyant with linze torte, nutmeg and brown sugar. @Joe Lucca gifted me the cab a while back. I was excited to learn that they also do a merlot. Very impressive.

9.2

Sarah Milsow-Guenther

Lovely. Aged well. Dark fruit. Complex. Delicious.

Lovely. Aged well. Dark fruit. Complex. Delicious.

9.3

Alex Leonardini

Tons of extraction and heaps of oak coming right out of the glass. This wasn't showing particularly well today.

Tons of extraction and heaps of oak coming right out of the glass. This wasn't showing particularly well today.

8.8

Marty McNees

At least 2 hours in decanter required at this point, but oh so worth it! My favorite Merlot by far.

At least 2 hours in decanter required at this point, but oh so worth it! My favorite Merlot by far.

9.4

Andy Burwell

This is an incredibly big merlot with dark fruit a hint of oak and a polished and refined finish. Highly recommend!

This is an incredibly big merlot with dark fruit a hint of oak and a polished and refined finish. Highly recommend!

9.6

Nick Piccone

Best merlot I've had - great oaky notes but not too overdone

Best merlot I've had - great oaky notes but not too overdone

9.2

Michael Mathews

I love this Merlot. Welcome back you wonderful wine to the world that has forgotten you. This is a big merlot with a deep dark color and nose that strongly suggests tar, cigar box and all things hearty!! Long finish, luxurious....brilliant.

I love this Merlot. Welcome back you wonderful wine to the world that has forgotten you. This is a big merlot with a deep dark color and nose that strongly suggests tar, cigar box and all things hearty!! Long finish, luxurious....brilliant.

9.2

Erik Satre

Best merlot in Napa!

Best merlot in Napa!

10

Hank Didier

SC Hall's - a fantastic Merlot!!!

SC Hall's - a fantastic Merlot!!!

9.5

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    Washington D.C., DC 20002

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    Sunday
    11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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