93pts James Suckling

Aromas of blackcurrants, blueberries, tobacco leaves and dried herbs. The palate is full-bodied with finely integrated tannins and balanced acidity. Very well constructed and fresh. Drink or hold.

Tasting Notes

Cabernet sauvignon is the core of our winemaking program and this elegant wine is plush and inviting with generous dark berry fruit flavors and integrated notes of violet, clove and cedar.

Winemaker's Notes

Cabernet Sauvignon is synonymous with Napa Valley and has always been a mainstay in the winemaking program at Stags’ Leap Winery. Our Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is a combination of grapes from select Napa Valley growers with a focus on sourcing from the valley floor. Our winemaker selects fruit that is similar in expression to the grapes from the Stags’ Leap estate, avoiding fruit from areas he considers to be too warm and instead sourcing grapes from the southern part of Napa Valley, where the climate is cooler. This strategic sourcing ensures the focus and character for which Stags’ Leap Cabernet Sauvignons are known.

Blend: 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Petite Verdot, 4% Malbec, 4% Tannat, 1% Petite Sirah, 1% Cabernet Franc and 1% Merlot