Wine Review: 2021 Pessimist by DAOU, Red Blend
Paso Robles, CA
We all love the DAOU Cabernet Sauvignon, but I have recently become a great fan of the Pessimist by DAOU. It is a gorgeous deep ruby and purple color. Its nose is beautiful with black fruit, black pepper, leather, meat, and forest floor. It is high in tannins, alcohol, and acid with a smooth, long finish. It has been a favorite during this LA winter!
“92 Points - Always a Petite Sirah-Dominated wine, the Pessimist sports an inky purple color as well as great, full-bodied style carrying wonderful blue fruits, spring flowers, spice, and vanilla aromas and flavors. It’s textured, has ripe tannins, loads of fruit, and is about as sexy and gulpable as they come.”
“93 Points - Dense elderberry, charred meat, and smoky wood aromas combine on the nose of this always enjoyable and attention-grabbing bottling. Black plum and roasted blackberry flabvors meet with a stemmy herb touch on the ripe palate.”
“A Pessimist is never disappointed.”
