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1 PETROLEUM CLUB OF BAKERSFIELD PROUDLY PRESENTS THE DAOU WINERY & VINEYARD DINNER FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20, PM 2016 DAOU ROSÉ Seared Scallop Cauliflower Couscous, Tangerine, Almonds 2015 DAOU CHARDONNAY Autumn Soup & Salad Duet Butternut Squash, Kale, Cranberries, Walnuts 2016 DAOU CABERNET SAUVIGNON Roasted Quail Spicy Sausage, Fig, Prosciutto, Spinach, Port INTERMEZZO Pomegranate Sorbet 2015 DAOU RESERVE CABERNET SAUVIGNON Braised Beef Short Rib Pommes Puree, Carrots, Caramelized Onions, Mushrooms 2016 PESSIMIST RED BLEND Chocolate Chambord Tart Raspberry Coulis EXCLUSIVE DINNER LIMITED TO 24 PCBTheClub.com Members $125, Non-Members $150 Includes Sky Bar Reception & Tasting 5:30-7p

2 PASO ROBLES COLLECTION Rosé THE WINE Lovely pale apricot in color, this traditional, old-world styled Rosé proffers tantalizing aromas of peaches and cream, flan, vanilla crème brûlée and salt water taffy. Secondary layers reveal notes of rose petal and cinnamon; with apricot and orange peel accents. Crisp, light and airy on the palate, ethereal flavors of strawberry, gala apple, papaya and lemon chiffon are accompanied by nuances of peach sorbet, tangelo, rhubarb and pecan. Exceptionally clean, refreshing and persistent finish rounds out this delightful wine, leaving juicy essences of peach, apricot and strawberry. THE VINTAGE If there was ever a perfect vintage, 2016 would be it. Bud break started early March and the warmth set in very quickly. The onset of veraison came rapidly and earlier than normal because of a very warm June and July. There were a few scares because of the raging fires throughout the region but fortunately our grapes were not affected. In the month of August, approximately one week away from harvest, very cold weather set in and the sugars stopped accumulating for several weeks allowing the perfect hang time to occur. The 2016 vintage allowed us to make our darkest, most concentrated wines yet. The longer hang time led to supple and very well integrated tannins. The 2016 wines will be long lived. DAOU VINEYARDS & WINERY Family owned and operated, DAOU Vineyards is committed to producing collectible, world-class wines to rival the most respected appellations in the world. Situated on a 212-acre hilltop estate in the Adelaida District of Paso Robles, our remarkable geology, favorable microclimate, and high elevation were once described by renowned California winemaker André Tchelistcheff as a jewel of ecological elements. As stewards of this beautiful terroir, DAOU s goal is to make unique fine wines that honestly and accurately reflect the potential of the estate and to craft Bordeaux style wines that combine Old World tradition with New World techniques. varietals 100% Grenache ALCOHOL 13.9% BARREL AGING 6 months in 50% vintage French oak 2016

3 PASO ROBLES COLLECTION Chardonnay THE WINE Fragrant nose displays scintillating aromas of pineapple, Asian pear, vanilla crème and toasted almonds, with notes of allspice and honeysuckle. Creamy, smooth texture with crisp and vibrant acidity, the palate delivers flavors of white peach, casaba melon and lemon zest, along with underlying tropical notes of banana, papaya and pineapple. The finish is long and very clean, leaving lovely sensations of citrus and vanilla with just a hint of star jasmine. THE VINTAGE The season started out on track with a warmer month of March and April. Bud break started early march and the soils benefited from a little more rain than the previous few years. May brought very cold temperatures to the mountain and strong winds which resulted in severe shatter. As a result of this, yields were 50% or more down from normal. At last, Heat finally arrived early June which allowed the small crop to ripen beautifully and on time by early September did not see many heat spikes during the vintage and was a cooler vintage than normal. Because of the low yield, flavors are intense and balanced and tannins are very well integrated. DAOU VINEYARDS & WINERY Family owned and operated, DAOU Vineyards is committed to producing collectible, world-class wines to rival the most respected appellations in the world. Situated on a 212-acre hilltop estate in the Adelaida District of Paso Robles, our remarkable geology, favorable microclimate, and high elevation were once described by renowned California winemaker André Tchelistcheff as a jewel of ecological elements. As stewards of this beautiful terroir, DAOU s goal is to make unique fine wines that honestly and accurately reflect the potential of the estate and to craft Bordeaux style wines that combine Old World tradition with New World techniques. varietals 100% Chardonnay ALCOHOL 14.2% BARREL AGING 7 months in vintage French oak 2015

4 PASO ROBLES COLLECTION Cabernet Sauvignon THE WINE Blackberry, cassis, plum and currant aromas greet the nose, surrounded by black olives, anise, leather and cigar box. Notes of graphite and crushed stone mingle with just a hint of cool mint. Robust and full bodied, an undercurrent of restrained power is palpable just below the surface at the core of this wine. Firm, fine grained tannins provide ample backbone for the layers of boysenberry, black cherry, licorice and dried herb flavors. Meaty and fleshy while retaining an overall elegance, it finishes with authority and finesse. THE VINTAGE If there was ever a perfect vintage, 2016 would be it. Bud break started early March and the warmth set in very quickly. The onset of veraison came rapidly and earlier than normal because of a very warm June and July. There were a few scares because of the raging fires throughout the region but fortunately our grapes were not affected. In the month of August, approximately one week away from harvest, very cold weather set in and the sugars stopped accumulating for several weeks allowing the perfect hang time to occur. The 2016 vintage allowed us to make our darkest, most concentrated wines yet. The longer hang time led to supple and very well integrated tannins. The 2016 wines will be long lived. DAOU VINEYARDS & WINERY Family owned and operated, DAOU Vineyards is committed to producing collectible, world-class wines to rival the most respected appellations in the world. Situated on a 212-acre hilltop estate in the Adelaida District of Paso Robles, our remarkable geology, favorable microclimate, and high elevation were once described by renowned California winemaker André Tchelistcheff as a jewel of ecological elements. As stewards of this beautiful terroir, DAOU s goal is to make unique fine wines that honestly and accurately reflect the potential of the estate and to craft Bordeaux style wines that combine Old World tradition with New World techniques. Varietal(s) 100% Cabernet Sauvignon ALCOHOL 13.9% BARREL AGING 10 months in 60% new French oak 2016

5 Reserve CABERNET SAUVIGNON THE WINE A classically styled Cabernet with a highly perfumed nose offering black cherry, cassis, anise and black olive, together with notes of plum, graphite, dried herbs, crushed gravel and Oregon blackberry. Secondary aromas of leather, cigar box and incense reveal deep, harmonious complexity. Powerful, bold and brooding, bursting with layers of black and blue fruits. Boysenberry, blueberry, spicy currant and black plum with accents of sandalwood and toffee. Dark roast espresso, hints of vanilla and lavender potpourri. Flavors are focused in their intensity and beautifully structured, balancing power and finesse throughout the mid palate. A continuing evolution of pure fruit flavors is experienced with this wine s amazingly long and elegant finish. Will age extremely well. THE VINTAGE The 2014 vintage was the driest years on record on our mountain. The lack of water caused early bud break, as well as smaller clusters and berries known for making wines with intense flavors and concentrated dark fruit. Spring was cooler than normal with only two days reaching 100 degrees by July. A light drizzle brought some moisture to the vines in August and gave the vines a little humidity to keep them going. Despite the severe drought, the entire mountain was either dry farmed or defcit irrigated by receiving one or two watering cycles in August. The month of August tends to define tannin quality on DAOU mountain and we could not have wished for a better August: Temperatures were often in the 70 s which allowed us to have more hang time on the vines and gave us a chance to craft wines that had the perfect tannin structure. Harvest started earlier than normal and most of the mountain was harvested before several heat waves hit in the month of September. Called by Daniel Daou the vintage of his career, the 2014 vintage has allowed us to craft unique wines that showcase the potential of DAOU Mountain. Because we were able to achieve perfect ripeness, the wines will approachable be early yet mature nicely for years to come. DAOU VINEYARDS & WINERY Family owned and operated, DAOU Vineyards & Winery is committed to producing collectible, world-class wines to rival the most respected appellations in the world. DAOU Mountain s combination of remarkable geology, microclimate, a 2,200-foot elevation, and steep slopes gives it a terroir described as a jewel of ecological elements. As stewards of this beautiful terroir, our goal is to make fine wines that honestly and accurately reflect the potential of the estate. ACCOLADES 93, Robert Parker s Wine Advocate There's roughly a thousand cases of the 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve, and this 100% Cabernet offers fullbodied, ripe and voluptuous notes of creme de cassis, black currants, coffee beans and ample sweet oak. It has a serious, tightly wound and tannic feel, and will benefit from 2-3 years of bottle age and have years of overall longevity. Barrel Aging Alcohol 14.5% 20 months in 80% new French oak 2014

6 Pessimist 2016 Appellation: Paso Robles, California Tasting Notes: Intense red fruit aromas of cherry, raspberry and rhubarb are complemented by an undercurrent of blue and black fruits; blueberry, blackberry and plum. Accompanying them are mushroom and allspice notes, accented with chocolate and hints of toffee and vanilla. Bright and vibrant on the palate, flavors of cherry, cranberry and pomegranate dance on the tongue. A silky texture coupled with a lovely cinnamon spiciness produces a memorable, mouthwatering sensorial experience. Multilayered and complex, with an extraordinary combination of harmonious flavors and aromas, this wine delivers in exquisite fashion, and the finish is long enough for one to ponder the depth and complexity of the sensations the wine offers. Blend: 54% Petite Sirah 27% Syrah 19% Zinfandel Wine Profile: Alcohol: 15.2% UPC: A Pessimist is never disappointed. Cellared & Bottled By Vineyards & Winery Pessimist Wine Hidden Mountain Road, CA