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Crafted along California's Central Coast in the Paso Robles AVA, the opulent 92pt 2020 Daou Pessimist boasts bold, fresh fruit flavors hinting of peppery spice with a smooth finish and bright acidity, delivering "fantastic quality for the price" according to the Wine Advocate's Erin Brooks, a powerful blend from a top producer that's priced to enjoy often.
Perched at the AVA's highest elevation with sweeping panoramic vistas, the spectacular DAOU Vineyards was founded by brothers Georges and Daniel Daou over a decade ago, steadily building a reputation for high quality Paso Robles wines that ranks it "at the top of the local pecking order" according to Vinous critic Josh Raynolds. Garnering 90+ point ratings vintage over vintage, the Pessimist is a blend of mostly Petite Sirah with Zinfandel and Syrah described as "hedonistically satisfying" by the Wine Enthusiast's Matt Kettmann, its Central Coast vineyards spared the smoke taint from wildfires that afflicted Napa and regions to the north in 2020. Aged for 10 months in 50% new French oak, the fruit-driven 2020 Pessimist packs a powerful punch, leading with bold juicy flavors and finishing long and smooth with hints of vanilla and spice.
Described by critic Jeb Dunnuck as "about as sexy and gulpable as they come," the 92pt 2020 Daou Pessimist is a rich, elegant blend with a lush, supple style and balance that makes it easy to reach for often, over delivering outstanding Daou quality at a spectacular value price. | 
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