2005 Dominus Estate Proprietary Red Imperial - 98 pts - OWC 6000ml
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2005 Dominus Estate Proprietary Red Imperial - 98 pts - OWC 6000ml

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2005 Dominus Estate Proprietary Red Imperial OWC - 98 pts

We are committed to making a balanced wine of exceptional quality, which, through clear vision, intellectual rigor and unceasing effort, express the characteristics of the terroir. 

At Dominus Estate, we combine centuries-old traditions of grapegrowing and winemaking with innovative practices to transform the highest quality of grapes into fine wines with a great potential for aging. 

Our respect for the land and history of this place underlies our role as caretakers of the vineyard and our commitment to conveying a property that is improved for future generations. 

     

Varietal Proprietary Blend
Vintage 2005
Rating 98 RP
Bottle Size 6000 ml
Bottle Quantity 1
Country USA
Region California
Location North Coast
Producer Dominus
Color Red
Wine Type Table
Robert Parker 98 RP - This blend of 92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot (note that rarely is any Merlot utilized at the historic Napanook Estate in Yountville). The alcohol, by California standards, is a relatively modest 14.1%. Blending the best of French savoir faire with the brilliant fruit purity and ripeness of Napa Valley, Moueix has turned in another tour de force that seems far superior today than it did when it was first released. This is one of the vintage's greatest wines. Dense purple and youthful, with a glorious nose of earth, blackcurrants, sweet black cherries and incense, the oak is pushed way in the background, as it is in all of the Moueix wines, and the result is a wine of terroir, of great originality and authenticity. This full-bodied classic from Dominus can be drunk now, but really won't hit its prime for another 4-5 years and last at least another two decades or more. The 2005 Dominus continues to strut its stuff, tasting like a Napa hybrid blend of a St.-Emilion and Pomerol. Its dark ruby/purple-tinged color is followed by notions of cedarwood, spice box, roasted herbs, sweet black cherry and cassis fruit, licorice, and truffles. Full-bodied with excellent fruit intensity, complex aromatics, supple tannins, and a long finish, this 7,000-case blend of 92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc, and 3% Petit Verdot should drink well for two decades or more. Christian Moueix, Dominus owner, has purchased the 35-acre Swanson Vineyard, which is situated between the well-known California bistros, Brix and Mustard's. I suspect that will result in a third label from Dominus. At present, the production from these large holdings in Yountville is approximately 10,000-12,000 cases, with the second wine, Napanook, representing 3,500-4,000 cases, depending on the vintage. It is ironic that Christian Moueix, the great Merlot specialist at his flagship chateaux in Pomerol, especially Petrus, prefers the other Bordeaux varietals at his Napa property. Interestingly, when I visit Dominus, they always open a fresh bottle and serve it alongside a bottle that has been decanted for 24 hours. On each occasion, the more complex, open wine is the one that has had 24 hours of aeration, something buyers of this wine should take into consideration. These are the two strongest back to back vintages for Dominus since 1990-1991 and 2001-2002. RP
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Varietal Proprietary Blend
Vintage 2005
Rating 98 RP
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French Oak 
Style
Bordeaux Blend
Owners
Christian Moueix
Region California
Location North Coast
Producer Dominus
Winemaker
Christian Moueix
Production
5,000 cases (approx)
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