98+ points Jeb Dunnuck: "Another possible legend in the making is the 2016 Dominus, a classic blend of 84% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petit Verdot and the rest Cabernet Franc brought up in 40% new French oak. Pure, pristine notes of charcoal, cold fireplace, smoke tobacco, and both blue and black fruits all flow to a full-bodied 2016 that has incredible elegance and finesse, yet also depth and density. It’s more backward and reserved than the 2015 and needs 4-5 years of cellaring. It will unquestionably live for 25-30 years. Drink: 2023-2048. (1/31/19)"
98 points James Suckling: "The opulence of fresh flowers and dark fruit is so impressive. There’s so much going on, from flowers to currants. The palate is full and powerful, but what impresses most are the ripe tannins and the amazing poise at the finish. Tightens down at the end. A blend of 84 per cent cabernet sauvignon, eight per cent petit verdot and eight per cent cabernet franc. Drink in 2021. (12/17/18)"
97 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The 2016 Dominus is a dark, somber wine. I don't quite see the explosive energy of the 2013 or 2010, not the seductiveness of the 2012, but the 2016 has a distinct charm that is all its own. Quite frankly, I can't remember a young Dominus with this combination of fruit density, freshness and polished tannins. A huge center of fruit emerge with time in the glass in a big, large-scaled Dominus that should provide readers with a long drinking window of pure pleasure once some of the baby fat wears off. Drink: 2024-2041. (Dec 2018)"
Product SKU | 334557 |
Producer | Dominus |
Country | United States |
Region | California |
SubRegion | Napa Valley |
Varietal | Cabernet/Bordeaux Blends |
Vintage | 2016 |
Size | 750ml |
Color | Red |
Blend | 84% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petit Verdot and 8% Cabernet Franc |
ABV | 14.5% |
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