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Dominus 2002 75cl

Napa Valley | Californie | États-Unis
CHF 389.15
Évaluations et Scores
99 Robert Parker
This 2002 was virtually perfect when I tasted it in early May. Even better than I predicted seven years ago, this 4,500-case blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Cabernet Franc and the rest Petit Verdot and Merlot has blossomed beautifully, revealing even greater intensity and potential than I predicted. A flawless, seamless integration of tannin, wood, alcohol and acidity is found in this dense, plum/purple-colored Dominus, along with copious notes of sweet black currants interwoven with kirsch, forest floor, unsmoked cigar tobacco, new saddle leather and forest floor. Full-bodied with velvety tannins, stunning elegance and a 45-second finish, this sensational 2002 rivals two of the all-time great wines made at Dominus, 1991 and 1994. It is hard to believe that proprietor Christian Moueix’s Dominus Estate has already celebrated its 25th anniversary and is moving toward 30 years with the 2012-2013 vintages. The 2002 will drink well for another 20 year
99 Robert Parker
This 2002 was virtually perfect when I tasted it in early May. Even better than I predicted seven years ago, this 4,500-case blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Cabernet Franc and the rest Petit Verdot and Merlot has blossomed beautifully, revealing even greater intensity and potential than I predicted. A flawless, seamless integration of tannin, wood, alcohol and acidity is found in this dense, plum/purple-colored Dominus, along with copious notes of sweet black currants interwoven with kirsch, forest floor, unsmoked cigar tobacco, new saddle leather and forest floor. Full-bodied with velvety tannins, stunning elegance and a 45-second finish, this sensational 2002 rivals two of the all-time great wines made at Dominus, 1991 and 1994. It is hard to believe that proprietor Christian Moueix’s Dominus Estate has already celebrated its 25th anniversary and is moving toward 30 years with the 2012-2013 vintages. The 2002 will drink well for another 20 year
88 Wine Spectator
Fresh aromas of ripe currant, wild berry, floral scents and spice carry over nicely to the palate, where the flavors turn supple and firm, with just the right touch of tannins. Not a great Dominus, and this was the best of three bottles. Drink now through 2010. 5,000 cases made.
88 Wine Spectator
Fresh aromas of ripe currant, wild berry, floral scents and spice carry over nicely to the palate, where the flavors turn supple and firm, with just the right touch of tannins. Not a great Dominus, and this was the best of three bottles. Drink now through 2010. 5,000 cases made.
Producteur
Dominus Estate
A la fin des années 1960, Christian Moueix est tombé sous le charme des vins et des vignobles de la Napa Valley. Dans les années 1970, il est retourné en France pour s’occuper des vignobles familiaux. Fils de Jean-Pierre Moueix, négociant et producteur le plus illustre de France, il compte dans son patrimoine, des références incontournables telles que Pétrus, le Château La Fleur-Pétrus et le Château Trotany à Pomerol ainsi que le Château Magdelaine à Saint-Emilion. Néanmoins, Christian avait gardé la Californie dans son cœur et est retourné à Napa en 1981. En 1995, il a conclu un partenariat qui prévoyait le développement du domaine historique de Napanook. Il a rebaptisé la propriété Dominus, signifiant « Seigneur de la terre » en latin, pour mettre en exergue son engagement environnemental. Aujourd’hui, de nombreux aspects de son parcours bordelais lointain, qui ne demandaient qu’à s’exprimer, se révèlent dans ses vins, notamment son haut de gamme à base de cabernet-sauvignon, Dominus. Son second vin, Napanook, est tout aussi impressionnant et, de surcroît, plus accessible car il ne nécessite que trois ou quatre années de garde pour atteindre son apogée. Dominus, en revanche, séduira les plus patients, car il lui faut plus de 10 ans pour s’épanouir.