This 100% Cabernet wine was aged 20 months in French oak barrels (50% new) prior to bottling. Winemaker Christophe Paubert selected the best of the blocks of estate Cabernet for this blend. the nose opens with aromas of milk chocolate, blackberry and anise with dried provencale herbs. There is a lovely balance and acid structure to this wine with wonderful richness indicative of this great vintage. Yielding flavors of mocha, blackberry and black olive. This is delicious and impressive. (Best 2015-2030) - November, 2015 (OB)
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Wine Specifications
- Report Date: November, 2015
- Producer: Stags Leap
- Vintage: 2012
- Drinking Window: 2015-2030
- Estimated Value: $90
- Country: United States
- Region: California
- Appellation: Napa Valley
- Importer: Treasury Estates