Stag's Leap Wine Cellars

Aveta Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc

8.984 ratings
8.88 pro ratings
Napa Valley, California, USA
Sauvignon Blanc
Cheddar & Gruyere, Tomato-Based, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Goat & Feta Cheese, Chili & Hot Spicy, White Fish, Salads & Greens, Meaty & Oily Fish, Fruit Desserts, Shellfish
Top Notes For
Erik Helms

Sommelier/Wine & Beer Buyer Whole Foods Oakland

9.0

Certainly has seen barrel time. It's noticeable on both nose and palate, and is what stuck out the most. Citrus really drives the fruit on this one, with fleshy lemon initially that finishes more towards tangerine. Acid moderate, finish quite lengthy and balanced.

Certainly has seen barrel time. It's noticeable on both nose and palate, and is what stuck out the most. Citrus really drives the fruit on this one, with fleshy lemon initially that finishes more towards tangerine. Acid moderate, finish quite lengthy and balanced.

Jun 10th, 2016
Shay A
8.5

Tasting notes from the Judgement of Paris anniversary event at Cadillac Wines...
Acidity was good, tastes of ripe pear was nice, but I was looking for a bit more...

Tasting notes from the Judgement of Paris anniversary event at Cadillac Wines...
Acidity was good, tastes of ripe pear was nice, but I was looking for a bit more...

May 19th, 2016
Wineshout 💀

Such a grand label but such a midling wine in the bottle. Light and weak, there are Sauv Blancs mich cheaper that equal the Aveta.

Such a grand label but such a midling wine in the bottle. Light and weak, there are Sauv Blancs mich cheaper that equal the Aveta.

Jan 27th, 2016
Boris Mathiszik

Wonderful Sauvignon Blanc. Well balanced, subtle, hints of grass and minerals. Right up there with my NZ favorites, but this wine is fascinatingly more complex.

Wonderful Sauvignon Blanc. Well balanced, subtle, hints of grass and minerals. Right up there with my NZ favorites, but this wine is fascinatingly more complex.

Aug 17th, 2015
David L

I wanted to dismiss it ! It's just a good Sauvignon Blanc. Front middle & back of the palate are balanced nicely. It will get better with a little more time.

I wanted to dismiss it ! It's just a good Sauvignon Blanc. Front middle & back of the palate are balanced nicely. It will get better with a little more time.

Jul 26th, 2015
Kim Stanbro

Sauv Blanc is exactly what this evening needs. A little harsh- tart citrus, green herbs- again, I'm near the oregano, so it might mess with my nose.

Sauv Blanc is exactly what this evening needs. A little harsh- tart citrus, green herbs- again, I'm near the oregano, so it might mess with my nose.

Jun 30th, 2017
Jody Scharf

Citrusy and a little butter Crisp clean SB. Nice to have. I would've preferred a deep red for Father's day but my 3 girls own me.

Citrusy and a little butter Crisp clean SB. Nice to have. I would've preferred a deep red for Father's day but my 3 girls own me.

Jun 19th, 2016
Scott MacGriff

Crisp and light - one of my new go-to wines for a warm D.C. summer evening.

Crisp and light - one of my new go-to wines for a warm D.C. summer evening.

May 27th, 2016
Jeff Shapiro

90 degrees on Long Island and it's my wife's birthday - crisp apple with soft minerals and zest.

90 degrees on Long Island and it's my wife's birthday - crisp apple with soft minerals and zest.

May 25th, 2016
Kim Mical

Intense and deeply structured nose and body. Exotic tropical fruits of mango and pineapple. Round and lush

Intense and deeply structured nose and body. Exotic tropical fruits of mango and pineapple. Round and lush

May 18th, 2016