Tasting Notes

The 2023 DAOU Chardonnay presents enticing scents of pear, passion fruit and
pineapple augmented by hints of honeysuckle, white peach, nutmeg and buttered
toast. The nose is rounded out by nuances of crushed hazelnut, hibiscus, papaya and vanilla. A lush, vibrant palate displays tropical flavors of mango, kiwi and pineapple with kisses of golden apple and clover honey. Suggestions of casaba melon, citrus zest and toasty oak persist on a clean, balanced finish.

Winemaker Notes

The 2023 DAOU Chardonnay reveals the brilliance of this classic Burgundian grape
when grown in favorable areas of Paso Robles.

This Chardonnay belongs to our DAOU Collection—a line of wines dedicated to
showcasing the regional excellence of Paso Robles on California’s Central Coast. Since
DAOU’s founding in 2007, we have developed longstanding relationships with leading
local growers, enabling us to produce wines that capture the essence of Paso Robles.

Blend: 100% Chardonnay

Vineyard Notes

This Chardonnay comes from higher-elevation vineyards that are predominantly
planted to soils of loam and limestone. We focus on sourcing Chardonnay fruit from
specific sub-AVAs of Paso Robles with the right amount of degree growing days to
maintain a pure varietal character. Each site has ultimately been selected for its ability
to produce the DAOU style of Chardonnay, which combines rich Paso Robles flavors
with fine acidity and elegance.

About the Winery

Brothers Georges Daou and Daniel Daou set forth across the globe to find an unrivaled terroir for producing Cabernet Sauvignon, a quest that led them to a place of foretold greatness: DAOU Mountain in the Adelaida District of Paso Robles. DAOU Family Estates is a family owned and operated winery committed to producing collectible, world-class wine to rival the most respected appellations. Situated on a 212-acre hilltop estate in the Adelaida District of Paso Robles, this remarkable mountain was once described by André Tchelistcheff, legendary winemaking authority, as "a jewel of ecological elements.