Dominus Estate

Dominus Estate is a winery in Napa Valley built on volcanic soil to produce Bordeaux-style red wines. The vineyard uses dry-farming methods and produces three distinct wine lines with different profiles and aging potential.

Wine production began on this land in 1838 with the first plantings that helped establish Yountville. The modern estate emerged later and builds upon this deep viticultural history with contemporary methods.

The estate blends European winemaking traditions with California grapes under French leadership. Visitors can observe how old-world craftsmanship shapes the daily rhythm of grape cultivation and wine production.

Visiting typically requires an advance appointment as the estate does not accept walk-in visitors. The Napa Valley location offers convenient access routes and several lodging options nearby.

The winery building from 1997 was designed by Swiss architects using an unusual gabion construction made of stone-filled baskets. This distinctive structure merges with the landscape and creates a visually striking design that stands apart from typical winery architecture.