Fine Wine Online

February 1826, 2019
Auction begins to close at 6:00 pm ET

Online Auction
LOT 406

Lot 406

DOMINUS ESTATE 2008 (1) WS 94 WA 99
DOMINUS ESTATE 2009 (1) WS 93 WA 97

DOMINUS ESTATE 2008 (1) WS 94 WA 99
DOMINUS ESTATE 2009 (1) WS 93 WA 97
Lot 406 Details
DOMINUS ESTATE 2008 (1)

Napa Valley.

Made in a more masculine style, the 2008 Dominus has all of that along with bigger body and more structure, fat, density and texture. Both are brilliant wines and they represent the finest back-to-back vintages for Dominus since 2001 and 2002 or 1990 and 1991. Both the 2007 and 2008 Dominus should drink well for 25-30 years. WS 94 WA 99

DOMINUS ESTATE 2009 (1)

Napa Valley.

The 2009 Dominus saw about 40% new oak compared to the 20% for Napanook. A seamless classic, it offers a symphony of red and black currants, Asian plum sauce, lavender, and underbrush. Sweet Christmas fruitcake characteristics emerge from this magnificent Dominus that finished at 14.5% natural alcohol (slightly higher than usual). The seamless integration of acidity, tannin, wood and alcohol, the brilliant length and overall compelling complexity and richness make it one of the great classics from this historic estate. It should drink well for 20-25 years. WS 93 WA 97

2 bts.    per lot $500 - $700

Realised: $846
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

CONDITION DETAILS

For condition information please contact the specialist.

LOT 406
×

About Condition Ratings

  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

Note: Condition ratings and condition details are the subjective opinions of our specialists and should be used as a guide only. Waddington’s uses due care when preparing condition details, however, our staff are not professional restorers or conservators. Condition details and reports are not warranties and each lot is sold “as is” in accordance with the buyer’s terms and conditions of sale. In all cases the prospective purchaser is responsible for inspecting the property themselves prior to placing a bid.