Dominus Estate • Yountville, California
Napanook by Dominus Estate is the estate’s more approachable Cabernet Sauvignon–based Bordeaux blend from the historic,…Napanook by Dominus Estate is the estate’s more approachable Cabernet Sauvignon–based Bordeaux blend from the historic, dry-farmed Napanook vineyard in Yountville, Napa Valley, crafted for earlier drinking than the flagship Dominus yet stil…Learn More »
$90
/750ml
2018 Retail Average
95
/100
2018 Pro Rating
Silky dark fruit and redcurrant brightness give Dominus Estate Napanook 2018 a poised, detailed character, layered with hints of rose, cedar and a subtle earthy savor. The palate is medium to full in weight, tightly focused yet already graceful, with fine-grained tannins and a long, cool, herbal-tinged finish that shows the poise and depth of this outstanding vintage.
Rosemary grilled lamb chops; Dry-aged ribeye steak; Herb-crusted pork loin
Napanook by Dominus Estate is the estate’s more approachable Cabernet Sauvignon–based Bordeaux blend from the historic, dry-farmed Napanook vineyard in Yountville, Napa Valley, crafted for earlier drinking than the flagship Dominus yet still capable of a decade or more of aging. Typically combining Cabernet Sauvignon with Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, it emphasizes vibrant dark fruit, smooth, polished tannins, and a medium‑bodied, food‑friendly structure that expresses “Napa terroir with Bordeaux spirit.”