{"product_id":"dominus-2023-napa-valley","title":"Dominus 2023 Napa Valley","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"492\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"55\" data-start=\"27\"\u003eDominus 2023 Napa Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e is a beautifully poised, classically styled Bordeaux-inspired blend that emphasizes finesse over sheer power. In a vintage marked by freshness and balance, this release leans toward elegance, purity, and approachability—offering layered red and black fruit, floral lift, and refined structure. It is a slightly more open and immediately appealing Dominus, yet still built with the precision and longevity that define this iconic estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"497\" data-start=\"494\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"828\" data-start=\"499\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"526\" data-start=\"499\"\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"529\" data-start=\"526\"\u003eDominus is produced by \u003cstrong data-end=\"597\" data-start=\"552\"\u003eDominus Estate in Yountville, Napa Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e, founded by \u003cstrong data-end=\"630\" data-start=\"610\"\u003eChristian Moueix\u003c\/strong\u003e of Château Pétrus fame. The wine comes from the historic \u003cstrong data-end=\"709\" data-start=\"688\"\u003eNapanook Vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e, a site with roots dating back to Napa’s earliest premium Cabernet production. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1124\" data-start=\"830\"\u003eThe estate follows a philosophy of \u003cstrong data-end=\"905\" data-start=\"865\"\u003edry farming and minimal intervention\u003c\/strong\u003e, aiming to express terroir rather than overt ripeness. Dominus is consistently crafted in a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1016\" data-start=\"998\"\u003eBordeaux style\u003c\/strong\u003e, prioritizing structure, balance, and age-worthiness over opulence. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1170\" data-start=\"1126\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"1152\" data-start=\"1130\"\u003e2023 vintage blend\u003c\/strong\u003e is reported as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1289\" data-start=\"1171\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1201\" data-start=\"1171\" data-section-id=\"1ys8r0a\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1201\" data-start=\"1173\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1199\" data-start=\"1173\"\u003e87% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1227\" data-start=\"1202\" data-section-id=\"4p2ahw\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1227\" data-start=\"1204\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1225\" data-start=\"1204\"\u003e9% Cabernet Franc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1289\" data-start=\"1228\" data-section-id=\"182aoee\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1289\" data-start=\"1230\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1249\" data-start=\"1230\"\u003e4% Petit Verdot\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1494\" data-start=\"1291\"\u003eThe wine is aged for approximately \u003cstrong data-end=\"1382\" data-start=\"1326\"\u003e20 months in French oak barrels (around 40% new oak)\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing integration of tannin and development of aromatic complexity. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1707\" data-start=\"1496\"\u003eThe 2023 vintage in Napa is widely viewed as a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1574\" data-start=\"1543\"\u003ecooler, more classical year\u003c\/strong\u003e, favoring structure, aromatic lift, and freshness over density—qualities that align perfectly with Dominus’s restrained house style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1712\" data-start=\"1709\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1733\" data-start=\"1714\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1733\" data-start=\"1714\"\u003eCritics Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2333\" data-start=\"1735\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2029\" data-start=\"1735\" data-section-id=\"7zv9iw\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2029\" data-start=\"1737\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1764\" data-start=\"1737\"\u003eJeb Dunnuck – 97 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1767\" data-start=\"1764\"\u003eDunnuck calls the wine “absolutely gorgeous,” highlighting its \u003cem data-end=\"1877\" data-start=\"1832\"\u003e“incredible level of purity and refinement”\u003c\/em\u003e with cassis, graphite, crushed stone, and floral nuances, along with ultra-fine tannins and outstanding length. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2333\" data-start=\"2031\" data-section-id=\"12tgr70\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2333\" data-start=\"2033\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2073\" data-start=\"2033\"\u003eVinous (Antonio Galloni) – 96 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2076\" data-start=\"2073\"\u003eGalloni describes the 2023 as \u003cem data-end=\"2148\" data-start=\"2108\"\u003e“very pretty, surprisingly open-knit,”\u003c\/em\u003e noting soft contours, red-purple fruit, lavender, and rose petal, and emphasizing that it will drink well earlier than typical Dominus vintages. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2507\" data-start=\"2335\"\u003eThese scores position the 2023 Dominus as a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2421\" data-start=\"2379\"\u003ehigh-end, critically acclaimed vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e that emphasizes elegance and accessibility while maintaining serious aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2512\" data-start=\"2509\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2533\" data-start=\"2514\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2533\" data-start=\"2514\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2733\" data-start=\"2535\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2544\" data-start=\"2535\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2547\" data-start=\"2544\"\u003eAromatic and refined with \u003cstrong data-end=\"2646\" data-start=\"2573\"\u003ecassis, blackberry, lavender, rose petal, graphite, and crushed stone\u003c\/strong\u003e, complemented by subtle spice and floral lift. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2940\" data-start=\"2735\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2746\" data-start=\"2735\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2749\" data-start=\"2746\"\u003eMedium-to-full bodied with \u003cstrong data-end=\"2838\" data-start=\"2776\"\u003ered and black fruit, mineral tension, and seamless tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e, showing remarkable purity and balance rather than heaviness. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3155\" data-start=\"2942\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2953\" data-start=\"2942\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2956\" data-start=\"2953\"\u003eLong and elegant with \u003cstrong data-end=\"3041\" data-start=\"2978\"\u003efine tannins, lingering floral notes, and mineral freshness\u003c\/strong\u003e, suggesting excellent aging potential while remaining approachable young. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3160\" data-start=\"3157\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3180\" data-start=\"3162\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3180\" data-start=\"3162\"\u003eQuick Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-end=\"3657\" data-start=\"3182\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-end=\"3204\" data-start=\"3182\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3204\" data-start=\"3182\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3193\" data-start=\"3182\"\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"\" data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3204\" data-start=\"3193\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-end=\"3657\" data-start=\"3215\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3260\" data-start=\"3215\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3229\" data-start=\"3215\"\u003eABV \/ Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3260\" data-start=\"3229\"\u003e~14–15% ABV (typical range)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3306\" data-start=\"3261\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3279\" data-start=\"3261\"\u003eOrigin \/ Region\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3306\" data-start=\"3279\"\u003eNapa Valley, California\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3336\" data-start=\"3307\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3318\" data-start=\"3307\"\u003eProducer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3336\" data-start=\"3318\"\u003eDominus Estate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3412\" data-start=\"3337\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3350\" data-start=\"3337\"\u003eGrape Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3412\" data-start=\"3350\"\u003e87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3460\" data-start=\"3413\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3421\" data-start=\"3413\"\u003eAging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3460\" data-start=\"3421\"\u003e~20 months in French oak (≈40% new)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3509\" data-start=\"3461\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3469\" data-start=\"3461\"\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3509\" data-start=\"3469\"\u003eBordeaux-style Napa Valley red blend\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3578\" data-start=\"3510\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3529\" data-start=\"3510\"\u003eAromas \u0026amp; Flavors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3578\" data-start=\"3529\"\u003eCassis, blackberry, graphite, lavender, spice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3657\" data-start=\"3579\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3598\" data-start=\"3579\"\u003eStyle \/ Identity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3657\" data-start=\"3598\"\u003eElegant, structured, terroir-driven Napa Cabernet blend\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3662\" data-start=\"3659\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3778\" data-start=\"3686\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3803\" data-start=\"3780\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3803\" data-start=\"3780\"\u003eRecommended Service\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3922\" data-start=\"3805\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3834\" data-start=\"3805\" data-section-id=\"16uaazn\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3834\" data-start=\"3807\"\u003eDecant: 1–2 hours (young)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3853\" data-start=\"3835\" data-section-id=\"187hon9\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3853\" data-start=\"3837\"\u003eServe: 60–65°F\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3922\" data-start=\"3854\" data-section-id=\"pzians\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3922\" data-start=\"3856\"\u003ePairing: Dry-aged ribeye, lamb, mushroom dishes, truffle accents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Southern","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":7879426605122,"sku":"","price":295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8621\/files\/Dominus_2023_Napa_Valley.jpg?v=1773770194","url":"https:\/\/www.blackwellswines.com\/products\/dominus-2023-napa-valley","provider":"Blackwell's Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}