Daou Vineyards

Pessimist Paso Robles Red Blend

9.019 ratings

-no pro ratings

Paso Robles, Central Coast, California, USA

Syrah, Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Grenache, Mourvedre

Lamb, Tomato-Based, Potato, White Rice, Pungent Cheese, Pasta, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Salami & Prosciutto, Beef, Chili & Hot Spicy, Mushrooms, Hard Cheese, Pork, Venison, Chicken, Turkey, Herbs, Soft Cheese, Duck, Exotic Spices, Beans & Peas, Baking Spices, Chocolate & Caramel, Veal, Nuts & Seeds, Asian Cuisine, Salads & Greens, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, Quinoa

Top Notes For

8.5

Very good

Very good

Mar 8th, 2026

8.9

Had the 2022 vintage in October 2025. We enjoyed it.

Had the 2022 vintage in October 2025. We enjoyed it.

Oct 5th, 2025

9.1

Michelle bought at Costco. Very good.

Michelle bought at Costco. Very good.

May 5th, 2024

9.2

At a Daou wine dinner and pairing at Fogo De Chao in Philly. Blueberry boysenberry and black plum. Very smooth!

At a Daou wine dinner and pairing at Fogo De Chao in Philly. Blueberry boysenberry and black plum. Very smooth!

Mar 28th, 2024

8.5

Cozy, not too acidic

Cozy, not too acidic

Dec 13th, 2023

9.0

2022. Nice pate and cheese wine.

2022. Nice pate and cheese wine.

Nov 5th, 2023

8.9

Julie had this 22 days ago

Julie had this 22 days ago

Apr 26th, 2026

Chris Aliapoulios

8.7

Chris had this a year ago

Chris had this a year ago

May 26th, 2025

9.2

Eric had this a year ago

Eric had this a year ago

Jan 24th, 2025

8.7

W had this 2 years ago

W had this 2 years ago

Nov 9th, 2024