Daou Vineyards Bodyguard Red 2022

Country: USA
Region and Appellation: Paso Robles

The 2022 Daou Vineyards “Bodyguard” Red from Paso Robles is a plush, modern Daou blend crafted for immediate pleasure with polished tannins, vibrant fruit, and the limestone-driven freshness that defines the USA Central Coast style. This crowd-pleasing red Wine emphasizes purity and consistency across Paso Robles subzones influenced by cool Pacific breezes and calcareous soils around DAOU Mountain.

Tasting Notes

Ripe aromas of blackberry, black plum, and crème de cassis layer with cocoa, vanilla, and sweet baking spice, followed by hints of violet and graphite. The palate delivers juicy black cherry and blueberry compote with mocha tones, framed by velvety tannins and refreshing acidity for seamless drinkability and a supple, long finish.

Winemaking & Vineyard

A Paso Robles blend led by Bordeaux varieties with Syrah/Malbec accents for color and spice; partial barrel fermentation and aging in French oak add aromatic complexity while stainless-steel components preserve bright fruit and lift. Sourcing spans limestone-forward hillside vineyards to achieve concentration with freshness in this Daou blend.

Critics

“93 points, Wine Enthusiast — toasty aromas, espresso-laced blackberry and pepper; smooth, lingering finish.” This aligns with the plush, fruit-forward Paso Robles profile buyers expect from Daou’s blend.

Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Malbec

Dry

750mL