The 2021 Dominus Estate, Proprietary Red Napa Valley was a Merchant's Pick
100 pt Dominus • "Wine simply doesn't get any better."
The 2021 Napa Valley vintage is off-the-charts good and is being referred to as the "dream vintage." What do you collect in a legendary vintage? The best!
The rate at which Dominus is producing 100 point scores is staggering. This is the fifth vintage in seven years that the estate's flagship propriety red has garnered a perfect score: 2013, 2015, 2016, 2018, and this offer, 2021.
Dominus is known for its strong Bordeaux-like profile, which makes sense since Dominus Estate was founded in 1981 by Christian Moueix, the then owner of Château Pétrus in Pomerol.
One of the legendary Dominus, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon is unquestionably in the same league as the 2018, 2016, 2015, 2013, 2010, and 1991, and to my mind, wine simply doesn't get any better. Sporting a dense purple hue as well as an incredible perfume of blackcurrants, crushed stone, cedar pencil, smoke tobacco, and baking spices, it s rich, full-bodied, and voluptuously textured, with ripe yet building tannins. It reminds me slightly of the 2010 (maybe the 2013), and I suspect it will have a similar evolution. Hide bottles for 7-8 years, and it will evolve gracefully for 30+ years. Hats off to the team of Christian Moueix and director Tod Mostero." Jeb Dunnuck, 100 Points
This Napa Valley icon has been known for capturing the essence of premier Bordeaux with its Cabernet dominant proprietary blend.
Whether you are building verticals for your cellar, or simply want a benchmark red for enjoyment, this stunning Dominus is not to be missed!
Drink or cellar?
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