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Grapes for Humanity 6th Annual Charity Fine Wine Auction

April 16 - 22, 2026

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LOT 518

Lot 518

DOMINUS ESTATE 1997 (1) WS 93 WA 94

DOMINUS ESTATE 1997 (1) WS 93 WA 94
Lot 518 Details
DOMINUS ESTATE 1997

Napa Valley, California.

The 1997 Dominus, a blend of 86.5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Cabernet Franc, and 4.5% Merlot, is showing fabulously well. With 14.1% alcohol and a pH that would make many New World oenologists shudder (about 3.95), this wine is a fleshy, silky-textured, opulent wine with a gorgeous nose of roasted herbs, coffee, jammy black cherry and plum-like fruit. WS 93 WA 94

1 bt.    per lot $400 - $600

Realised: $500

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 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.)

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