Stag's Leap Wine Cellars

S.L.V. Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

9.55 ratings
9.21 pro ratings
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
Jay Kline

Served blind alongside what was eventually revealed to be the 2019 Ridge Monte Bello. The 2018 Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars S.L.V. is decidedly young and primary. Soft, ripe black and red fruits with cocoa and spices. It’s fairly lavishly oaked but stops short of being annoying. The finish is long and satisfying. While this drinks very well right now, I think it will become a lot more interesting down the road when secondary characteristics come more into play. Drink now through 2040.

Served blind alongside what was eventually revealed to be the 2019 Ridge Monte Bello. The 2018 Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars S.L.V. is decidedly young and primary. Soft, ripe black and red fruits with cocoa and spices. It’s fairly lavishly oaked but stops short of being annoying. The finish is long and satisfying. While this drinks very well right now, I think it will become a lot more interesting down the road when secondary characteristics come more into play. Drink now through 2040.

1 person found it helpfulJun 19th, 2023
Matthew W.

Yum…Yum…Yum.

Polished and open, showing creamed plum and warm cassis. Red licorice with sweet toast accents. Good range and length on the finish.

Yum…Yum…Yum.

Polished and open, showing creamed plum and warm cassis. Red licorice with sweet toast accents. Good range and length on the finish.

Aug 20th, 2022
Andy Bradley

Andy had this 3 months ago

Andy had this 3 months ago

Aug 24th, 2024
John Pastuck

John had this a year ago

John had this a year ago

Aug 17th, 2023
Chris Morse

Chris had this 4 years ago

Chris had this 4 years ago

May 15th, 2021