WINEMAKER NOTES
1997 Dominus Estate Christian Moueix, Napa Valley, USA
TASTING NOTE
The 1997 dominus wine has a deep ruby color and aromas of very ripe black currant, spices and mineral overtones. It exhibits power and elegance and finishes with substantial but silky rich tannins. 1997 Dominus
VINTAGE SUMMARY
Substantial rains fell in December and January and were followed by a very dry spring. As the dry weather continued, the bloom started very early in mid-April and was relatively short. This would later make for uniformity of ripeness. By summer it was evident that the harvest would be large and that severe crop thinning was necessary.
The favourable weather continued during the summer, which helped the maturation and improved the flavors of the Cabernets and Merlots. At the time of the harvest, the grapes were perfectly matured with refined tannins and a high concentration of flavors.
Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon: 87%, Cabernet Franc: 90%, Merlot: 4%
Harvest Start: September 4
Harvest End: September 26
Bottling Date: July 1999
Percent New Barrels: 40%
Cases Produced: 8500
Release Date: April 2000
1997 Dominus
Shipping Information
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We ship wine to eligible U.S. states via UPS or FedEx. Orders placed Monday through Thursday before 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time typically ship the same day. Orders placed after the shipping cutoff will be scheduled for the next available shipping day.
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Wine is packed in protective EPS foam shipping containers, with gel packs used when appropriate. Original Wooden Cases (OWC) are shipped separately to help protect both the wine and the wooden case during transit.
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1997 Dominus Estate Christian Moueix, Napa Valley, USA
TASTING NOTE
The 1997 dominus wine has a deep ruby color and aromas of very ripe black currant, spices and mineral overtones. It exhibits power and elegance and finishes with substantial but silky rich tannins. 1997 Dominus
VINTAGE SUMMARY
Substantial rains fell in December and January and were followed by a very dry spring. As the dry weather continued, the bloom started very early in mid-April and was relatively short. This would later make for uniformity of ripeness. By summer it was evident that the harvest would be large and that severe crop thinning was necessary.
The favourable weather continued during the summer, which helped the maturation and improved the flavors of the Cabernets and Merlots. At the time of the harvest, the grapes were perfectly matured with refined tannins and a high concentration of flavors.
Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon: 87%, Cabernet Franc: 90%, Merlot: 4%
Harvest Start: September 4
Harvest End: September 26
Bottling Date: July 1999
Percent New Barrels: 40%
Cases Produced: 8500
Release Date: April 2000
1997 Dominus
1997 Dominus Estate Christian Moueix, Napa Valley, USA
TASTING NOTE
The 1997 dominus wine has a deep ruby color and aromas of very ripe black currant, spices and mineral overtones. It exhibits power and elegance and finishes with substantial but silky rich tannins. 1997 Dominus
VINTAGE SUMMARY
Substantial rains fell in December and January and were followed by a very dry spring. As the dry weather continued, the bloom started very early in mid-April and was relatively short. This would later make for uniformity of ripeness. By summer it was evident that the harvest would be large and that severe crop thinning was necessary.
The favourable weather continued during the summer, which helped the maturation and improved the flavors of the Cabernets and Merlots. At the time of the harvest, the grapes were perfectly matured with refined tannins and a high concentration of flavors.
Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon: 87%, Cabernet Franc: 90%, Merlot: 4%
Harvest Start: September 4
Harvest End: September 26
Bottling Date: July 1999
Percent New Barrels: 40%
Cases Produced: 8500
Release Date: April 2000
1997 Dominus
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