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

Blackcurrant

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 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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