{"product_id":"dominus-2018-napa-valley-estate-red","title":"Dominus 2018 Napa Valley Estate Red","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eNet Priced Wine - No Further Discounts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipWineNotes\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"pipSecContent_headline\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipWineNotes_copy viewMoreModule js-expanded\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"viewMoreModule_text\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAQgMEAA\" data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 12px 0px 16px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003eThe 2018 Dominus Napa Valley Estate Red is an exceptionally structured Bordeaux-style blend sourced from the historic Napanook Vineyard in Yountville. This highly acclaimed vintage features a precise varietal composition of 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Petit Verdot. On the nose, it slowly reveals a deep, multifaceted bouquet characterized by dark fruit aromatics like blackcurrant cordial, sweet blue fruit, and ripe black plums, seamlessly layered with notes of jasmine, cardamom, violets, and a hint of rich Black Forest cake. The palate is medium to full-bodied, showcasing a tightly packed core of blackberry puree, cassis, and plum reduction, held together by an iron-like mineral spine and a complex web of savory elements including green tobacco, cedar, star anise, and graphite. Supported by super-ripe, plush tannins and an invigorating freshness, the wine has a beautifully balanced, weightless tension that flows into a lingering, fragrant finish accented by earth tones and mineral sparks. To complement its bold structure and rich fruit profile, this estate red pairs wonderfully with hearty meat dishes and savory, fat-rich entrees that can soften its prominent tannins. Excellent primary options include grilled bone-in ribeye steak, roasted rack of lamb with rosemary, or a slow-cooked beef bourguignon, all of which accentuate the wine's earthy undertones and cassis notes. It also beautifully pairs with roasted wild game, such as venison, and rich braised short ribs. For cheese courses, aged options like Comté or Gruyère bridge the wine's mineral and tobacco characters. Finally, if you want to emphasize the hints of sweetness in the bouquet, consider pairing a final glass with high-quality dark chocolate containing at least 70% cacao.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"viewMoreModule_text\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"pipSecContent_headline\"\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"reviewsContainer viewMoreModule\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"viewMoreModule_text viewMoreModule-reviews\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_rating\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #f60e0e;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wineRatings_rating\"\u003e100 Points from Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_rating\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #f60e0e;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wineRatings_rating\"\u003e100 Points from James Suckling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_rating\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #f60e0e;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wineRatings_rating\"\u003e99 Points from Robert Parker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_rating\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #f60e0e;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wineRatings_rating\"\u003e97 Points from Wine Spectator \u0026amp; #1 Wine of the Year 2021\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_review\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_review\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-subtree=\"aimfl\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003e2018 Dominus Napa Valley Estate Red\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e stands as one of the most celebrated modern vintages of California wine, universally praised for its monumental structure, density, and longevity. Highlighting its critical acclaim, the vintage earned the ultimate distinction as the \u003cspan class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003e#1 Wine of the Year for 2021 by Wine Spectator\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, where it was awarded a \u003cspan class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003e97-point score\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e for its tightly packed core of sleek fruit and iron-like mineral spine. Furthermore, it achieved \u003cspan class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eperfect 100-point ratings\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e from both \u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003eJames Suckling\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e—who called it a \"magic-carpet wine\" and a benchmark reference point for the vintage—and critic \u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003eJeb Dunnuck\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, who deemed it a flawless expression of Cabernet Sauvignon. Additionally, \u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003eRobert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e bestowed a near-perfect \u003cspan class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003e99 points\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, lauding its incredible poise and plush tannins, while Antonio Galloni of \u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003eVinous\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e rated it a stellar \u003cspan class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003e98 points\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, noting that its imposing vertical energy and deep layers will require years to reach peak maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e750ml\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylor's Wine Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48226844049629,"sku":null,"price":399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/5318\/files\/6365951187542018_2048x_0f81c267-5bb8-4d03-86f7-ed673fdb7657.webp?v=1784664036","url":"https:\/\/taylorswineshop.com\/products\/dominus-2018-napa-valley-estate-red","provider":"Taylor's Wine Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}