Winemaker Series

2018 Napa Valley Red Blend

The Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Winemaker Series Red Blend from the 2018 vintage is a captivating expression of Napa Valley. This wine showcases a beautiful red hue, inviting and vibrant. On the palate, it offers a full-bodied experience, delivering a complex blend of flavors. The acidity is bright and refreshing, perfectly balancing the luscious fruit intensity that features notes of ripe dark berries and subtle hints of spice. The tannins are notable yet refined, providing structure and depth without overwhelming the elegant fruit profile. A hint of dryness adds to its sophistication, making this blend an excellent companion for a variety of dishes or enjoyed on its own.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

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 County

It may be small, but when it comes to American wine regions, they do not come much bigger than Napa County. Home to the famous Napa Valley, which comprises most of its area, the Napa name has gained global recognition for its exceptional wines—especially its Bordeaux varieties. Most Napa County wineries choose to be more location-specific when labeling their wine, listing the name of sub-regions like Yountville, Los Carneros or Rutherford to capitalize on the name recognition. However, with such an abundance of high-quality grapes grown across the region, plenty of négociant winemakers blend fruit from different sub-regions. This gives Napa County wines excellent regional balance, taking advantage of different terroirs and mesoclimates.

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