Category: | Red Wines |
Sub-Category: | Red Wines |
Producer: | Dominus |
Label Name: | Napa Valley |
Vintage: | 2020 |
Country: | United States |
Region: | Napa Valley (Napanook estate, Yountville) |
Volume: | 750ml |
ABV: | 14.5% |
Grape(s): | Cabernet Sauvignon (95%), Cabernet Franc (5%) |
Acidity: | 3 |
Tannins: | 4 |
Sweetness: | 1 |
Body: | 5 |
Length: | 5 |
Aroma Intensity: | 5 |
Best Temperature: | 16-18°C |
Awards/Ratings
James Suckling 98; Wine Spectator 95; Robert Parker/Wine Advocate 95; Jeb Dunnuck 95; Decanter high praise — 1,600 cases produced
Tasting Note
Concentrated cassis, black cherry, kirsch with graphite, sandalwood, tobacco and violet; polished, chewy tannins and long, savory finish (chocolate/hazelnut notes).
Food Pairing
Western: dry-aged ribeye, roast lamb, venison, aged cheddar. Asian: Peking duck, char siu, Korean BBQ short ribs, braised beef with soy/hoisin (umami-rich dishes).
Production Method
Estate-grown from Napanook; meticulous hand and optical sorting, gentle pump-overs; aged 16–18 months in 40% new French oak.
Vineyard Info
Dominus Estate (Christian Moueix) produces Dominus from the historic Napanook vineyard; partnership began 1982 (first bottled 1983), full ownership later; estate focuses on Bordeaux-style blends.