Why You'll Love This Wine Named for the falcons that soar over DAOU Mountain with precision and grace, Eye of the Falcon is an ode to winemaker Daniel Daou's own razor-sharp instincts. Created specifically for DAOU members and tasting room visitors, it quickly became a cult favorite—and for good reason. This is Cabernet Sauvignon with a distinctive twist: rounder, more floral, and impossibly silky. Consistently 92-93 points.
Tasting Notes The 2022 envelops the nose with heady scents of violet, blueberry, black cherry, plum, and baking spices, interwoven with fennel herb, jasmine, and graham cracker. A bold entry commands the palate with chocolate-covered cherry and white pepper spice. Bright tannins unfurl into a long, integrated finish—remarkably approachable yet structured enough to reward cellaring.
Food Pairings
- Prime rib (rare)
- Grilled lamb chops
- Beef tenderloin with herb crust
- Aged hard cheeses
Why It Works Eye of the Falcon blends Cabernet Sauvignon with Petit Verdot—a combination that delivers the best of both worlds. The Cab provides the dark fruit core and structure while the Petit Verdot adds color, floral aromatics, and a distinctive spice note. What sets this wine apart: it's made exclusively from free-run juice (no pressed juice), so the tannins are silky and integrated from day one. Aged in 80% new French oak, it drinks beautifully on release while still having the bones to age. The 2022 vintage was a winemaker's year—winter drought relieved by miraculous spring rains, followed by a September heat wave that tested Daniel Daou's expertise. The result: elegantly powerful wines that prove the importance of mastering both vineyard and cellar.
