Napa Valley 2010

Dominus Estate, årgangsark (hentet 17. okt. 2026): 2010 Dominus, Napa Valley – Napanook Vineyard, Yountville. Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon: 95%, Petit Verdot: 5%. Høststart: October 4 Høstslut: October 23 Aftapning: July 2012 Nye fade: 40% Produktion (kasser): 3000 Frigivet: June 2013 Smagsnote (producentens tekst, engelsk): The Dominus 2010 displays compelling notes of black cherries and plums as well as a hint of graphite and sandalwood. With a round and sweet attack, the chiseled and deftly polished tannins give a savory evolution. Its finish is long and replete with cedar, anise and cacao. Årgangen (producentens tekst, engelsk): The 2010 season began with a cool and wet spring, resulting in a late bud break, flowering and veraison. Summer was also cool but a record-breaking heat wave (107°F) marked the end of August. The heat of late summer and early fall resulted in an extraordinary concentration of tannins and color. While the high temperatures dramatically reduced yields for Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, the Cabernet Sauvignon thrived in the late season warmth.