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Dominus Estate Napanook 2018

Napa Valley

Pomerol’s Christian Moueix, a ‘Napaphile’ for decades, now applies his commitment to excellence at the magnificent Dominus Estate, too. Napanook is Dominus’ impressive second wine for early consumption. No hurry though! Gorgeous, rich and long.

Beyond the Label

Tasting notes

Ripe yet polished tannins, savoury dried herbs, bold freshness, long

Aroma

Crème de cassis, spring flowers, dried herbs, graphite and tobacco

Allergy information

Contains sulphites

Dominus Estate Napanook 2018

More information

  • 14.5% ABV
  • 10.88 Units
  • 750.00 ml
  • 31 December, 2030

Napa Valley’s Dominus Estate was established in 1983 by legendary Bordeaux winemaker Christian Moueix – the man behind Pétrus where his top wines fetch over £2,000 a pop! His Napanook red is a Cabernet-led claret, made using fruit sourced from the historic Napanook vineyard in Yountville, where vines are over 100 years old. Known as the little brother to Dominus, this sumptuous red is created to be enjoyed young and with food, but it also has the potential to age for well over a decade. The superb 2018 vintage received high praise from critics. James Suckling scored it 97pts noting its “remarkable purity and tons of grace.” Aged to perfection in part new oak, it’s a magnificent cuvée with rich fruity depth and charm. Open early and decant.

"Showing remarkable purity and tons of grace. Medium in body and open-knit" Critic, James Suckling
97 Points
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