This lot is comprised of 1 bottle(s) of 1996 Dominus Estate Napa Valley - 750ml. Estimate for this lot is between $320 - $440 with a reserve of $240. The wine in this lot belongs to collection 10698.
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A Toronto-based collector who has had a passion for fine wine for many years. Most wines have been sourced though reputable agencies and the LCBO and have been stored professionally before coming to auction.
The score for 1996 Dominus Estate Napa Valley is 95 points from Robert Parker and the tasting note - The 1996 Dominus, a blend of 82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc, 4% Merlot, and 4% Petit Verdot, tips the scales at 14.2% alcohol. Although this offering lacks the power, intensity, and compelling characteristics of the 1991 and 1994, it is not far off the pace of those two monumental wines. A super nose of roasted coffee, chocolate, dried herbs, black fruits and kirsch is both intense and persuasive. The wine displays terrific richness, medium to full body, low acidity, a succulent, opulent texture, and superb purity. This beautifully made 1996 is one of the few wines that has successfully tamed the vintage's elevated tannin level. It should be relatively drinkable upon its release, yet evolve nicely for two decades. Impressive!