MILWAUKEE (April 5, 2023) – DAOU Family Estates and the Milwaukee Bucks are proud to announce a new partnership at Fiserv Forum, making this DAOU’s first-ever NBA partnership. The iconic Paso Robles winery has unveiled a private lounge at the arena for guests and wine lovers. The DAOU Lounge is located near Section 103 on the main concourse, with its entrance marked by the “DAOU Doe” – an homage to the Bucks’ famous stag.
Decorated in DAOU’s signature colors and themes, the luxurious new lounge will offer a stylish setting to watch events at Fiserv Forum, along with delicious food and DAOU wines. Attendees of events can also enjoy DAOU’s award-winning wines throughout their Fiserv Forum experience, available on all floors of the arena.
“Whether it’s on the court or in the vineyard, the pursuit of excellence is what binds the Milwaukee Bucks and DAOU – two icons at the top of their game, determined to be the best,” said Neb Lukic, President of DAOU Family Estates. “This, coupled with our shared focus on creating meaningful experiences for our consumers, DAOU and the Bucks are the perfect pairing.”
DAOU Family Estates, founded by brothers Georges and Daniel Daou in 2007, is renowned for its highly acclaimed offerings from California’s Central Coast. Located on a mountain-top estate in the Adelaida District of Paso Robles, the winery specializes in producing high-quality wines from classic Bordeaux varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc.
“We are thrilled to welcome DAOU as a partner of the Milwaukee Bucks,” said Matt Pazaras, Chief Business Development and Strategy Officer of the Milwaukee Bucks and Fiserv Forum. “Its commitment to excellence and dedication to quality make them a perfect match for our fans. We look forward to sharing DAOU’s outstanding wines with our guests at Fiserv Forum.”
Experience the best of both worlds with DAOU wines and the Milwaukee Bucks. Whether you’re cheering on the team or sipping on a glass of DAOU, it’s sure to be a winning combination. To rent the DAOU Lounge, email Premium Sales at premiumsales@bucks.com or visit www.buckspremium.com
About DAOU Family Estates
Family-owned and operated, DAOU Family Estates is committed to producing collectible, world-class wines to rival the most respected appellations in the world. Situated on a 212-acre mountain-top estate in the Adelaida District of Paso Robles, DAOU was founded by brothers Georges and Daniel Daou in 2007 to develop the potential of Cabernet Sauvignon and other Bordeaux varieties in the region. The family estate at DAOU Mountain combines remarkable geology, favorable microclimate, and high elevation, once described by renowned California winemaker André Tchelistcheff as “a jewel of ecological elements.” As a steward of this beautiful terroir, winemaker Daniel Daou offers a quality-focused range of complex but accessible wines that are a pleasure to drink. For more information, please visit www.daouvineyards.com.
About Fiserv Forum
Fiserv Forum is a preeminent sports and entertainment arena in downtown Milwaukee that opened on Aug. 26, 2018. Designed by Populous, Eppstein Uhen Architects and HNTB, the venue offers incomparable sightlines, customer service, technology and amenities. Fiserv Forum includes 17,341 seats for basketball, 15,178 for hockey and up to 18,000 for concerts, with 34 luxury suites and three clubs. The world-class arena is home to the NBA’s Milwaukee Bucks and Marquette University’s men’s basketball team and was selected to host the 2020 Democratic National Convention and the 2024 Republican National Convention. Fiserv Forum hosts a diverse variety of year-round events, including major concerts, family shows and other sports and entertainment events. Fiserv Forum is the anchor of the surrounding 30-acre Deer District neighborhood, which is Milwaukee’s premier location for people to live, work and play. In 2021, Fiserv Forum was awarded LEED Gold Certification for sustainability performance. Founding Partners for Fiserv Forum include Fiserv, BMO, Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin, Johnson Controls, Motorola, Potawatomi Hotel and Casino and Beechwood Sales and Service / Anheuser-Busch. For more information, please visit www.fiservforum.com.
