Dominus 1991

Dominus, produced by the John Daniel Society, is made solely from grapes grown on the historic Napanook Vineyard in Yountville, California.

The 1991 Dominus is the most harmonious and elegant wine to be released by the winery in the first decade of its existence.

For the first time in the history of the wine, Merlot was not included in the final blend.
Vintage Summary
We received 26.5 inches of rain (normal is 35.68 inches). Initially the season was of concern due to the late bloom, veraison and harvest. As it turned out, the extra “hangtime” on the vine had positive results. The 1991 growing season was one of the longest on record in the Napa Valley, producing a fruit of extraordinary quality.
Fact Sheet
Beginning date of harvest: 10/06/1991
Ending date of harvest: 10/18/1991
Average days of Cuvaison: 17 days

Blend:
80% Cabernet Sauvignon
19% Cabernet Franc
1% Petit Verdot
Barrel regime: 15 months in French oak barrels — hand racked every three months
Percentage of new oak: 40%
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