2013 Dominus Napa Red Blend
100 pts (RP) "The haunting, possibly perfect 2013
Dominus is composed of 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Petit Verdot and
4% Cabernet Franc. Fashioned from tiny berries (the smallest
Christian Moueix had seen from this vineyard), it possesses a
velvety richness and seamlessness as well as profound notes of
blueberries, blackberries and crème de cassis intermixed with hints
of espresso bean, forest floor and high-quality unsmoked cigar
tobacco. Full-bodied and opulent as well as exceptionally elegant
and pure, fans of this estate will adore this sensational Dominus.
Moreover, it should evolve for 25-30 or more years. "
Robert Parker
100 pts (AG) "The 2013 Dominus overwhelms all the
senses with its magnificent overall balance and towering intensity.
Deep and nearly impenetrable in the glass, the 2013 boasts off the
charts dry extract and overall power. Violets, smoke, black
cherries, menthol, incense, crème de cassis and dark spices are
some of the many signatures that take shape in the glass. Even
better in bottle than it was in barrel, the 2013 is utterly
magnificent. This is a remarkably vivid, nuanced wine considering
its sheer size." Antonio Galloni
100 pts (JS) "The aromas to this are
multidimensional and fascinating with black truffles, bark, cloves,
black currants and citrus - even ginseng. Full-bodied, yet
reserved, even austere, with chewy and powerful tannins that remain
polished and refined. The flavors are more umami and savory. Then
there's forest fruits and red orange undertones. It lasts for
minutes. A wine to age for a lifetime. It's an experience to taste
this. A new classic showing its history and tradition as a source
of the greatest wines ever from Napa. A wine to always enjoy."
James Suckling
