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Dominus 2012

750 ml Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley, United States 2012

Dominus 2012 is a dry, very full-bodied red from Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley, United States), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are very firm and acidity fresh; oak influence is noticeable. Good with steak, lamb, venison, cheese board. Cheapest offer £280.00 at Hedonism Wines.

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Taste profile
inferred · confidence 0.5
sweetness
1 / 5
dry
Cabernet Sauvignon prior
body
5 / 5
very full
Cabernet Sauvignon prior
tannin
5 / 5
very firm
Cabernet Sauvignon prior
acidity
4 / 5
fresh
Cabernet Sauvignon prior
oak
4 / 5
noticeable
Cabernet Sauvignon prior · merchant: oak aged
Estimates by WineGenie, not the merchant's or a critic's words. Built from the grape's typical profile, the appellation, terms in the name and the merchant's description. How this works.
Facts
Style
Full, structured reds
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Colour
Red
inferred from Napa Valley
Origin
Napa Valley · Napa Valley · United States
inferred from Napa Valley
Grapes
Cabernet Sauvignon
inferred from Napa Valley
ABV
not stated by merchant
Farming
not stated
Vegan
not stated
Critic score
none
merchant feed
Drinking window
not stated
Decant
not stated
Food
inferred from grape and style
Occasions
dinner party · steak night · gift · special occasion
inferred
About Cabernet Sauvignon
Typical aromas: blackcurrant, black cherry, cedar, mint, green bell pepper when unripe. Serve at 16–18 °C. Grape page.
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Merchant's description

Dominus 2012 is a notable red wine from the Napa Valley, crafted by the distinguished Dominus Estate, founded by the celebrated winemaker Christian Moueix. This vintage is characterised by a rich and complex structure, displaying a blend of dark fruit aromas alongside earthy undertones. The wine undergoes meticulous ageing in French oak barrels, contributing to its nuanced flavour profile. Known for its singular expression of terroir, Dominus 2012 serves as a testament to the estate`s commitment to Bordeaux-style winemaking in California.

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