Dominus Napanook Vineyard 2021

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Dominus Napanook Vineyard 2021 showcases the precision, balance, and timeless craftsmanship that define Christian Moueix’s celebrated Napa Valley estate. Sourced exclusively from the historic Napanook Vineyard—originally part of the legendary 19th-century Inglenook property—this vintage captures the essence of Napa’s terroir with remarkable depth and elegance.

The 2021 Napanook is vibrant and expressive, offering aromas of blackberry, cassis, and graphite, accented by hints of tobacco and spice. On the palate, the wine reveals refined tannins, layered dark fruit, and savory mineral undertones. Aged 18 months in French oak, it delivers power and poise with a long, structured finish that promises graceful aging.

Tasting Notes:

  • Aroma: Blackcurrant, blackberry, graphite, and cedar

  • Palate: Dense and polished with plum, mocha, and earthy spice

  • Finish: Long, elegant, and finely textured with persistent minerality

Winemaking:
Crafted by Christian Moueix and the Dominus Estate team, the 2021 Napanook is composed primarily of Cabernet Sauvignon, blended with small portions of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Aged in 40% new French oak barrels, it embodies the estate’s commitment to precision, restraint, and purity of fruit.

Serving Suggestions:
Decant for one hour before serving to reveal its full aromatic complexity. Pair with grilled ribeye, roasted lamb, or wild mushroom dishes to complement its structure and depth.

Key Features:

  • Estate-grown fruit from the historic Napanook Vineyard

  • Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot

  • Aged 18 months in French oak barrels

  • Elegant, cellar-worthy Napa Valley red wine

Dominus Napanook Vineyard 2021 showcases the precision, balance, and timeless craftsmanship that define Christian Moueix’s celebrated Napa Valley estate. Sourced exclusively from the historic Napanook Vineyard—originally part of the legendary 19th-century Inglenook property—this vintage captures the essence of Napa’s terroir with remarkable depth and elegance.

The 2021 Napanook is vibrant and expressive, offering aromas of blackberry, cassis, and graphite, accented by hints of tobacco and spice. On the palate, the wine reveals refined tannins, layered dark fruit, and savory mineral undertones. Aged 18 months in French oak, it delivers power and poise with a long, structured finish that promises graceful aging.

Tasting Notes:

  • Aroma: Blackcurrant, blackberry, graphite, and cedar

  • Palate: Dense and polished with plum, mocha, and earthy spice

  • Finish: Long, elegant, and finely textured with persistent minerality

Winemaking:
Crafted by Christian Moueix and the Dominus Estate team, the 2021 Napanook is composed primarily of Cabernet Sauvignon, blended with small portions of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Aged in 40% new French oak barrels, it embodies the estate’s commitment to precision, restraint, and purity of fruit.

Serving Suggestions:
Decant for one hour before serving to reveal its full aromatic complexity. Pair with grilled ribeye, roasted lamb, or wild mushroom dishes to complement its structure and depth.

Key Features:

  • Estate-grown fruit from the historic Napanook Vineyard

  • Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot

  • Aged 18 months in French oak barrels

  • Elegant, cellar-worthy Napa Valley red wine

Ratings

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James Suckling

"This shows a lot of class, with aromas of blackcurrants, graphite, blueberries, dried flowers, black truffles and a touch of forest floor. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, with seamless tannins that goes on and on. Endless. Blackcurrants, dark mushrooms and violets with hints of fresh rose stems and light herbs. Velvety texture. A blend of 92% cabernet sauvignon, 6% cabernet franc and 2% petit verdot."

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Jeb Dunnuck

"The 2021 Napanook is one heck of a Napanook, offering complex notes of currants, cassis, graphite, leafy tobacco, lead pencil, and chocolate. Incredible on the palate, it s full-bodied and round, with supple, vibrant, incredible tannins. This is easily the finest vintage I've tasted of this cuv e and it s the equivalent of many a Grand Vin from other producers."

Product Detail

Size 750 mL
Producer Dominus Wine
Dominant Varietal Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage 2021
Country United States
Region California
Sub Region Napa Valley
Alcohol Percentage 15.0