Ch. La Dominique, St-Émilion - 2017

Name: Ch. La Dominique, St-Émilion
Brand: Ch. La Dominique
SKU: 38768
Price: 84.96 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Item # 38768 750mL

A charming Right Bank Bordeaux that is full-bodied and can be enjoyed today decanted or in 10 to 15 years after a good time in the cellar. The estate is located in the southwest of the charming village of St.-Émilion, on the edge of the Pomerol appellation. This is no lunch time Bordeaux but a bottle best enjoyed with rich steak dishes.

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Color

Red

Vintage

2017

Country

France

Region

Bordeaux

Sub-Region

St.-Émilion

Producer

Ch. La Dominique

Grape Variety

Merlot

Cabernet Franc

Cabernet Sauvignon

Production Methods

Organic

Biodynamic

Wine made from grapes grown organically using natural composting techniques and special preparations of herbal sprays while following the astronomical calendar.

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Staff Pick Notes

Château La Dominique is an rated Grand Cru Classé in the official 1955 classification of Saint-Émilion. It has a long history that dates back to the 1700s. It takes its name from an island in the Caribbean that was where the original owner of the property earned his fortune, Dominique. The vineyard is planted on gentle, sloping hillsides located close to Pomerol, which explains in part, the natural elegance & freshness in their wine. The hectares biodynamically farmed is expected to increase in time. Ruby hue on the eye, with purplish reflection in youth. Dense & powerful in the glass. Rough almost hot nose of red fruits very concentrated, behind them develop a wide range of ash, vanilla & leather aromas with aging in barrels with bold, but somehow at the same time, subtle tannins. It needs time. Unforgettable long finish. Outstanding!

- RDC

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