Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Merlot Winemakers Series Lot 1 Napa Valley 2008

RedMerlot, Cabernet Sauvignon2008
Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Merlot Winemakers Series Lot 1 Napa Valley 2008
Region
North Coast
Appellation
Napa Valley
Alcohol
14.50%

Taste profile

LightBold
SavoryFruity
SmoothTannic
SoftAcidic

Body: Medium-bodied, elegant texture, mature and complex

Aromas & flavors: Black cherry, plum, cocoa, leather, dried fruit, herbs

Tannins & finish: Silky tannins, secondary evolution, refined structure

Pairings: Roasted duck breast, grilled lamb chops, mushroom risotto, braised short ribs, aged cheddar, herb-crusted pork tenderloin

Tasting notes are for this exact bottle of wine (including vintage).

Sources: winealign.com, firstleaf.com, benchmarkwine.com, wtso.com, farehamwinecellar.co.uk

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WTSO Deal Price$29.99
WTSO listed retail$75
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Vintage Quality

Vintage Chart

Wine Spectator · Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
96
2008 VintageExceptional
Drink or Hold

Frost reduced yields; distinctive depth and concentration

95+90-9485-89<85
Best
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WTSO has 4 bottles for sale today, but I only see 1 of them. They have the Amarone della Valpolicella Riserva 2019 Famiglia Cielo Amaregi, Encantado Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2024, the Viñedos y Bodegas Pablo Gran Viu Finca Santiaga 2004, and the Paradiso di Cacuci Brunello di Montalcino 2019

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