2012 Dominus

Moueix; Christian

98Average Score

California / United States

Red

The 2012 Dominus is a real head-turner. Flashy, voluptuous and intense, but with tons of underlying concentration, the 2012 is simply magnificent. A towering, vertical Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2012 Dominus is one of the most concentrated wines of the vintage, yet it also maintains considerable freshness, the signature of a late-ripening vintage with no heat spikes. Sweet red cherry, raspberry and floral notes add lift on the perfumed, expressive finish. The blend is 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot and 2% Cabernet Franc. Oct 2015, www.vinous.com

Antonio Galloni, Vinous Score: 98/100

6x75cl

0 Immediate | 1 Marketplace

£950.00

Scores + Notes

Average Score

The exuberance and drama in the stunning nose of the dense plum-colored 2012 Dominus offers up notes of Asian spice, ripe, black currants, kirsch, tobacco leaf and Christmas fruitcake. It is full-bodied and opulent, with no hard edges, a seamless integration of acidity, wood and tannin and a density and richness that are built to go on for 25-30 years. Oct 2015, www.robertparker.com

Robert ParkerScore: 98/100

Fabulous purity and clarity of fruit. Black currants, blackberries and violets. Full body, big soft tannins and a chocolate, hazelnut and dark fruit character. Some hot stones too. Ripe, velvety and fruity finish. Better in 2020 but delicious to drink now. Wonderful Dominus. Nov 2015, www.jamessuckling.com

James SucklingScore: 98/100

Antonio Galloni, VinousScore: 98/100

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Product Details

Country

United States

Region

California

Sub-region

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

Alcohol %

14.5%

Product Type

Still wine

Product Subtype

Drinking Window