{"product_id":"dominus-estate-napanook-2021-napa-valley-california-js-97-twi-95-ws-93","title":"Dominus Estate \"Napanook\" 2021 (Napa Valley, California) - [JS 97] [DM 94] [WA 94]","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"vintagenotes expandablenote\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"trigger\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"note expanding\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNapanook is made solely from grapes grown at the historic Napanook Vineyard in Yountville, Napa Valley. The wine is blended from blocks in the vineyard that were carefully selected for their lively fruit, soft tannins and early maturing characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vintagenotes expandablenote\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"trigger\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"note expanding\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoying a temperate climate, the vineyard’s volcanic, well draining soils are specifically suited to growing Cabernet Sauvignon and the other Bordeaux varietals which compose the Dominus Estate wines. The soil is gravelly and clay loam. Meticulous efforts are made throughout the seasons to produce grapes of the highest quality for Dominus Estate wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the winter season, precise cane pruning ensures ideal cluster spacing for optimal fruit ripening. Dry farming relies on a deep root system to take advantage of natural water sources from rain and underground supplies. Cluster thinning optimizes quality through yield regulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinsing the grapes 10 to 15 days before harvest removes dust and enhances the purity of the fruit. Hand-picking with small french shears instead of harvest knives minimizes bruising and vine damage. Small harvest baskets preserve the integrity of the clusters as they are transported to the winery. The sunny side of the vines is picked a few days before the shady side respecting perfect maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinimal intervention and restraint throughout the process of grape berry selection, fermentation and aging preserve the character of the fruit. The resulting wines convey the very personality of the vineyard. Dominus winemaking includes separate lot-by-lot fermentation. Cluster sorting by hand is complemented by an optical berry sorting system. Gentle pumping-over extracts aromas, color and tannins. Vertical wine press at low pressure delicately releases components from the skin. Racking barrel to barrel in 100% french oak removes sediment and assures clarification of the wine during aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vintagenotes expandablenote\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"trigger\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"note expanding\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep, sanguine, tobacco, blood orange, nuanced complexity and a long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vintagenotes expandablenote\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"trigger\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"note expanding\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vintage was characterized by a dry winter and spring, with a total of 14” of rain (July 2020 to June 2021, historical average: 31”). 2021 was the second consecutive year of a drought that started in January 2020. Temperatures were constantly warm over the growing season, moderately higher than the historical average and remained consistent throughout the ripening period. The weather conditions in 2021 favored an early hydric constraint which promoted production of small berries with high levels of phenolic compounds and deeply intense aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e97 Points - James  Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eThis 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. Better after 2027.\" (Feb 2024)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vintagenotes expandablenote\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vintagenotes expandablenote\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"note expanding\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Decanter Magazine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"A delicately aromatic nose of red currants, spicebush, tobacco leaf, dusty minerals, and wildflowers. The palate is compact with a wonderful medium- to full-bodied mouthfeel and plenty of energy and drive. The acidity is firm and inviting, forming a perfect backbone that preserves the wine's freshness. The tannins are satiny with a mocha-scented quality, and the red berry fruit is laced with salty minerals. The wine is impressively tension-filled, vivacious and yet light on its feet. A terrific effort. (Jan 2024)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eCertainly the best Napanook bottling I can recall, the 2021 Napanook is a 3,000-case blend of 92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot. Boasting harmonious aromas of raspberries, red and black cherries, cinnamon, clove and dusty earth notes, this full-bodied wine tips the scales at a declared 15% alcohol, yet it shows no detectable heat. It is full-bodied, intense, rich and velvety, with hints of black tea on the long finish. Matured in 20% new French oak, it stands out for its lush mouthfeel and savory complexity.\" (Feb 2025)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MAISONS MARQUES \u0026 DOMAINES","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":53032453112173,"sku":null,"price":87.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/D4890-1.png?v=1769713659","url":"https:\/\/artisan.wine\/products\/dominus-estate-napanook-2021-napa-valley-california-js-97-twi-95-ws-93","provider":"Artisan W\u0026S","version":"1.0","type":"link"}