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Slv Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley - Magnum - Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars 2021
Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars98% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Cabernet Franc Stags Leap District, Napa Valley 150 cl 2021
CHF 626.60−8%(CHF 417.73/ℓ)
Recommended price: CHF 681.16
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Technical information
- Producer
- Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars
- Name
- Stags Leap District, Napa Valley
- Variety
- 98% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Cabernet Franc
- Vintage
- 2021
- Gradation
- 14.5%
- Format
- 150 cl
- Aromatic profile
- Dark fruits, violets, graphite, dark chocolate, black tea
- Vinification method
- Fermentation in stainless steel; malolactic complete
- Aging
- 20 months
- Type of cask
- 100% new French oak
- Color
- Red
- Recommended consumption
- Best from 2027 to 2037 (recommended window)
- Pairing
- Steak, duck confit, mushroom ravioli
- Region
- Napa Valley
- Country
- United States
- Production area
- S.L.V. vineyard (blocks 2A,3A,1A,1B,4)
- Type
- Red wine
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This Cabernet Sauvignon in magnum format from Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars offers a measured profile, aimed at those seeking a characterful red without excess. In the glass it shows a deep color; on the nose there are notes of dark fruit and moderate tertiary hints, composing a balanced aromatic picture. The tannins are present but well integrated, providing structure that supports the sip without weighing it down. Concentration is evident without tipping into opulence, allowing for controlled drinkability and a defined but not lingering finish.
This magnum is suited to occasions when a bottle is to be shared, both at the table and in a more convivial setting. It can accompany meat dishes or structured cheeses, bearing in mind that pairing choices always depend on personal preference. Storage and service require attention to the proper serving temperature and possibly a period of aeration before consumption to appreciate its overall balance.
This magnum is suited to occasions when a bottle is to be shared, both at the table and in a more convivial setting. It can accompany meat dishes or structured cheeses, bearing in mind that pairing choices always depend on personal preference. Storage and service require attention to the proper serving temperature and possibly a period of aeration before consumption to appreciate its overall balance.
The winery
Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars
Stags Leap District, Napa ValleyUnited StatesSince 1970
An iconic Napa Valley winery, known for its single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon and for the historic role it played in introducing California wines to the world.
- Grape varieties
- Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc
- Historic success at the 1976 Judgment of Paris.
- Iconic vineyards: S.L.V. and FAY, the foundation of the estate's style.
- Single-vineyard labels and the CASK 23 selection serve as the benchmark for the estate's Cabernets.
- Head winemaker Marcus Notaro and a winemaking team overseeing both whites and reds.
- Ownership and business development supported by international acquisitions.
The story
The winery was founded with the purchase of the S.L.V. vineyard and the establishment of the estate in the 1970s; its international renown rose when the 1973 Cabernet S.L.V. took first place in the blind tasting at the 1976 Judgment of Paris. Over time the estate has expanded its vineyards and developed a range of estate and single-vineyard bottlings that have consolidated its reputation.
Production philosophy
Production focused on showcasing the character of the terroir: balanced wines combining structure and finesse, crafted to express the typicity of individual vineyards and suitable for aging.
Terroir and vineyards
Located in the Stags Leap District of the Napa Valley AVA, the winery works with historic vineyards such as S.L.V. and FAY, facing the Stags Leap Palisades in a climate typical of the valley, with diurnal temperature variations that favor ripening and acidity.
Awards and recognition
Winner at the 1976 Judgment of Paris with the 1973 S.L.V. Cabernet; a bottle of that 1973 was included in the Smithsonian's collection.