{"product_id":"dominus-2018-magnum","title":"Dominus 2018 Magnum","description":"\u003cp\u003eDominus 2018 Magnum is a powerful expression of Napa Valley craftsmanship, offering depth, precision, and remarkable balance in a format made for cellaring and celebration. Built from Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot, it combines richness and structure with the estate’s signature sense of restraint and elegance. Rooted in the legacy of Dominus Estate, this vintage reflects the precision and patience of one of California’s most respected Bordeaux-style producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakuprofiili\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Dominus 2018 shows a deep, dark ruby-red color that hints at its concentration and intensity. The nose opens with layered aromas of black cherry, cassis, tobacco, warm spice, and a subtle cedar note, creating a perfume that feels both refined and deeply complex.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is full-bodied and tightly structured, with polished tannins and a core of concentrated dark fruit balanced by earthy, savory nuances. The finish is long and graceful, with lingering touches of vanilla and oak. While already impressive, this is a wine with excellent aging potential and will continue to evolve beautifully over many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViininvalmistus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe grapes for Dominus 2018 were hand-harvested from the estate’s best vineyard parcels in Napa Valley, where the long, relatively dry growing season encouraged slow, even ripening. The 2018 vintage saw a later-than-usual harvest, with fruit picked between October 1 and 15, allowing the grapes to develop full flavor while retaining freshness and structure. Fermentation took place in small open-top vats to promote gentle extraction, followed by approximately 18 months of maturation in French oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRuoka \u0026amp; tarjoilu\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a classic wine for richly flavored dishes such as grilled ribeye, braised short ribs, lamb rack, venison, or truffle-infused mushroom dishes. It also pairs well with aged hard cheeses. Serve at around 16–18°C, and decanting for 1–2 hours is recommended if enjoying it young to help the wine open fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuottaja\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDominus Estate was founded by Christian Moueix, whose Bordeaux heritage helped shape the estate’s philosophy of crafting terroir-driven wines with elegance and longevity. Located in the heart of Napa Valley, Dominus has become one of the region’s benchmark producers for Bordeaux-style red wine. The estate is widely admired for its meticulous vineyard work and consistently acclaimed releases that have earned it a strong international reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dominus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49122482487538,"sku":"FW-8561","price":936.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/4810\/5202\/files\/produkt-grid_349_1.png?v=1777476257","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.fi\/products\/dominus-2018-magnum","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}