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Fay

1998 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Fay 1998 is a captivating Cabernet Sauvignon from the renowned Napa Valley region. This full-bodied red wine showcases its depth through rich, dark fruit notes that are both prominent and alluring. Bright acidity balances the wine beautifully, creating a mouthwatering experience that is refreshing and inviting. Tannins are firm yet well-integrated, offering a structured profile that underlines the wine's complexity while ensuring a smooth finish. The wine sits in a delightful medium-dry category, allowing the fruit character to shine without being overshadowed. This vintage exemplifies the quintessential elegance and craftsmanship synonymous with Stag's Leap, making it an exceptional choice for any occasion.

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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