2018 Stags Leap Cabernet Sauvignon
96 points
Jeb Dunnuck
Appellation
Stags Leap
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
About the wine
A deep garnet purple in color, vibrant aromas of red currants, mulberries and fresh black cherries spring from the glass. Crushed black currants, lavender and tapenade flavors are layered with blueberry and blackberry notes. This is a full-bodied wine with bold and seamless tannins. The finish is long with loads of freshness.
The grapes were hand harvested on October 24, and fermented on the skins for 51 days. The wine was gently pressed, racked and aged for 18 months in 53% new Taransaud and Seguine Moreau French oak barrels. The wine was bottled unfined and unfiltered on July 7, 2020.
Awards
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Date
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96
Jeb Dunnuck
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93
Wine Advocate
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92
Wine Spectator
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92
Vinous
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90
Wine Enthusiast