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Christian Moueix is the current proprietor of the Napanook Vineyard, which is nestled in a natural amphitheater at the foothills of the Mayacamas Mountains. The first site to be planted to vines in 1838 by George Yount, it is widely considered to have the perfect terroir, with underground springs nourished by the winter rains that make the roots dig deep for hydration, well-drained, gravelly, clay-loam soils, and abundant sunshine. Christian and his winemaker Tod Mostero farm organically and take a non-interventionist approach to their craft; the results are always spectacular. 

Check out the press on today's offer!
97 points, James Suckling:
"This shows a lot of class, with aromas of blackcurrants, graphite, blueberries, dried flowers, black truffles, and a touch of forest floor. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, with seamless tannins that go on and on. Endless. Blackcurrants, dark mushrooms, and violets with hints of fresh rose stems and light herbs. Velvety texture." (2/24)

95 points, Jeb Dunnuck: 
"The 2021 Napanook is one heck of a Napanook, offering complex notes of currants, cassis, graphite, leafy tobacco, lead pencil, and chocolate. Incredible on the palate, it is full-bodied and round, with supple, vibrant, incredible tannins. This is easily the finest vintage I've tasted of this cuvée and it is the equivalent of many a Grand Vin from other producers." (12/23)

92-94 points, Vinous: 
"The 2021 Napanook, tasted from barrel, is fabulous. Rich, deep, and super-expressive, the 2021 captures all the best the vintage has to offer. A whole range of floral and savory overtones lends nuance. This vibrant, intensely mineral Cabernet Sauvignon is an absolute delight to taste today, and an especially fine edition of Napanook, endowed with big fruit and equally potent tannins. (12/23)

Purchase the 2021 Dominus Estate Napanook on a PRE-ARRIVAL basis today through Monday, May 6th. The wine will be ready for pickup on Friday, May 10th. We will notify you by e-mail to arrange pickup as soon as the wines have arrived.