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.