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Cask 23

2006 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Cask 23 is an exquisite Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon from the celebrated 2006 vintage. This wine showcases a deep red color, hinting at its rich and complex profile. On the palate, Cask 23 reveals a full-bodied experience, characterized by high acidity that energizes the wine and balances its bold flavors. The tannins are structured and firm, providing a robust backbone that contributes to its aging potential. The fruit intensity is prominent, offering alluring notes of blackcurrant, dark cherry, and plum, complemented by elegant hints of cedar and tobacco. This delightful Cabernet Sauvignon is bone-dry, making it a perfect companion for hearty dishes or special occasions, truly embodying the essence of Napa Valley's winemaking prowess.

Tasting notes:


Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Tobacco

Tobacco

Cedar

Cedar

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium Full

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Napa Valley

Napa gained international acclaim following the Judgement of Paris in 1976, when its wines defeated its French counterparts in a blind tasting. Napa's signature wines are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and various Bordeaux blends, but many other varieties, such as Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc also thrive here. With 16 sub-AVAs and a Mediterranean climate with rich geology, Napa is a winemaker's dream. The winegrowing region runs between the Mayacamas Mountains and Vaca Mountains for 30 miles, from Calistoga to Los Carneros. Napa has a wide array of soil types for such a small region, from volcanic foothills to alluvial valley floors, which help to produce varied and complex wines.

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