Daou Vineyards, Adelaida District – Paso Robles (Central Coast, California) 2022

 Daou has been a top Paso Robles producer for a number of years.  I was fortunate to try their Discovery Rosé earlier this year but their Reserve Rosé, with a similar Grenache and Sauvignon Blanc blend, is an elevated experience.  Daou barrel ages their Reserve in neutral French oak barrels to give this already excellent Rosé additional complexity and creaminess.  The wine is bursting with strawberry, melon, cream, white floral, and nectarine notes.  Unlike their Discovery Rosé, this wine is not as widely distributed but can be purchased directly through the winery.  While known for making outstanding wine across the board, their Reserve Rosé has been a family favorite in recent years.