Staglin Family Vineyard

Rutherford Estate Cabernet Sauvignon

9.349 ratings
9.414 pro ratings
Rutherford, Napa Valley, California, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy
Top Notes For
Greg Gregory

Oh man this was singing. I think it's reached a plateau that will last for a decade. Needs lots of air. Give it an hour in a decanter and then watch this flower unfold. Bravo!

Oh man this was singing. I think it's reached a plateau that will last for a decade. Needs lots of air. Give it an hour in a decanter and then watch this flower unfold. Bravo!

Oct 31st, 2020
Andrew S

A nice full palate experience with fine grained tannins and a nice balance to keep the big flavors in check.

A nice full palate experience with fine grained tannins and a nice balance to keep the big flavors in check.

Jun 1st, 2019
Andrew S

Really drinking nicely for a middle aged big napa cabernet. Plenty of deep fruits- more on the dark end with hints of herbs and tobacco. Long plush finish and refreshing enough to be very enjoyable.

Really drinking nicely for a middle aged big napa cabernet. Plenty of deep fruits- more on the dark end with hints of herbs and tobacco. Long plush finish and refreshing enough to be very enjoyable.

Dec 26th, 2018
Mitzi Inglis

Marketing/Public Relations, Joseph Phelps Vineyards

9.2

Decanted for 30 min. And really lovely, but will be even better in 5+ years. #staglin

Decanted for 30 min. And really lovely, but will be even better in 5+ years. #staglin

Nov 1st, 2015
Rita Jammet

Owner La Caravelle Champagne

9.1

Totally agree with my Dear Friend Somm André Compeyre "this powerful baby is redolent of ze Napa garrigue" rosemary, thyme and all. Perfect with veal ragú tagliatelle. Life is beautiful.

Totally agree with my Dear Friend Somm André Compeyre "this powerful baby is redolent of ze Napa garrigue" rosemary, thyme and all. Perfect with veal ragú tagliatelle. Life is beautiful.

Jun 3rd, 2015
Greg Gregory

For me, still one of the best 06's out there. So refined and elegant. So fleshy yet without being heavy handed.

For me, still one of the best 06's out there. So refined and elegant. So fleshy yet without being heavy handed.

Feb 4th, 2015
Kevin Blix

Great wine. Enjoyed a more 2.5 years aged.

Great wine. Enjoyed a more 2.5 years aged.

Aug 10th, 2019
Ralph Clark

Very nice!!

Very nice!!

May 21st, 2017
Kevin Blix

Outstanding wine. Great depth and tannins. 2006.

Outstanding wine. Great depth and tannins. 2006.

Dec 6th, 2016
Xavier Valero

Very nice. Mocha on the front. Fruit finish. No tannin.

Very nice. Mocha on the front. Fruit finish. No tannin.

Aug 13th, 2016