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Winemaker Series Lot No 1

2012 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Winemaker Series Lot No 1 is a captivating Cabernet Sauvignon from the renowned Napa Valley, celebrated for its stunning depth and elegance. This meticulously crafted red wine showcases a full-bodied character, perfectly balanced by bright acidity that invigorates the palate. Bursting with prominent fruit intensity, it offers layers of luscious blackcurrant, dark cherry, and hints of cocoa, creating a delightful tasting experience. The tannins are firm yet refined, providing structure and longevity while allowing the fruit to shine through. As a dry offering, this vintage expresses the quintessential qualities of Napa Valley, making it an exceptional choice for any connoisseur seeking quality and sophistication in a wine.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

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

Pairs well with:


Grilled Ribeye, Roasted Lamb

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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