sandstone and clay in varying proportions from one plot to the next

a young engineer and oenology professor

29% Charbono

fine perlage

Bodyguard, 2021 [DAOU Vineyards] Compania sandstone and clay in varyingWinemaker Notes The 2019 Bodyguard is the next masterwork by Winemaker Daniel Daou. This wine opens with a vibrant, fragrant nose of blueberry cobbler, cherry pipe tobacco, dark chocolate and espresso laced with hints of sandalwood, licorice and pencil lead. Underlying layers reveal notes of mulberry and truffle, all accented by suggestions of black currant, kirsch, bay leaf and vanilla. The palate is silky and graceful, unfolding with lavish flavors