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Napanook 2010
HED84291
75 cl
14%
£95.00
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Napanook 2010, a red wine from Napa Valley, is crafted by Dominus Estate, known for its commitment to producing terroir-driven wines. This particular vintage is a blend of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Petit Verdot, sourced entirely from the Napanook vineyard in Yountville. The 2010 growing season experienced a cool and rainy spring, followed by a warm summer, which allowed for extended ripening. Aromas of dark fruit, including blackcurrants and plums, are complemented by earthy and herbal notes. The palate reveals structured tannins and a lengthy finish, indicative of its vineyard’s unique gravelly soils.
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Dark red cherry, plum, spice, wild flowers and mint jump from the glass in the 2010 Napanook. Layered and totally sensual, the 2010 impresses for its balance. With time in the glass, the wine blossoms beautifully, filling out its frame with impeccable grace. Beams of minerality and acidity support the powerful, salivating finish. The 2010 Napanook is one of the wines of the vintage in its price range. The 2010 is 98% Cabernet Sauvignon and 2% Petit Verdot. The absence of Cabernet Franc and Merlot gives the 2010 much of its unique, compelling personality.
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A First Growth in Napa
Along with Opus One, Dominus is one of the greatest examples of applying the Bordelais approach to winemaking to the great vineyards of the Napa Valley. Grapes are sourced from Yountville, specifically the historic Napanook vineyard, from which the winery's second wine takes its name.
The 'Grand Vin' is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot - a classic Bordeaux blend. After vinification, around 30% of the wine is loaded into new oak barrels for 15 months before bottling. Initial releases of Dominus met with mixed reviews, but since the late 1990s, the winery has established itself as one of the greatest in America.