2018 HALL Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon

2018 HALL Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon

$225.00
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Critic Reviews

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Wine Spectator, James Molesworth

"Ripe, juicy and delivering a mouthful of steeped plum, warmed cassis and cherry reduction flavors wrapped in bittersweet cocoa and tobacco notes. Grippy, tar-edged finish gets enlivened with a violet hint, while the fruit pushes through easily."
2018 HALL Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon
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Tasting notes

Deep, vibrant ruby-purple. This vintage opens with effusive aromas of black cherry, blackberry and strawberry with hints of meadow grasses, violets and spicy clove. Full-bodied and vibrant on the palate, this wine exhibits a dynamic interplay of deep fruit, smooth tannin and fresh acidity. The lengthy finish leaves an impression of focused purity.

  • Black Cherry
  • Blackberry
  • Violet
  • Spicy Clove

Vineyard notes

Stags Leap District

Situated between the Stags Leap Palisades rock formation and the Napa River on the eastern side of Napa Valley.

Marine Breeze

Proximity to the San Pablo Bay is pivotal in the climatic nuance. Evening marine breezes usher in lower nighttime temperatures, helping retain acidity.

Rugged Terrain

Our vineyards find their roots at the eastern end of the appellation. Volcanic parentage has laid the foundation for deeply complex wines.

Wine Facts

We source our fruit from a small enclave within the Stags Leap District. The vineyard is bounded on the east by the warming Stags Leap Palisades, on the west by rolling hills and the Napa River, on the north by the Yountville Cross Road, and on the south by flatlands. The dramatic diurnal shifts, emanating from the San Pablo Bay influences, ushers in cool nighttime air, which helps the grapes retain their tell-tale fresh acidity. The wine possesses bright red berry and plum flavors, with a vibrant and lengthy core of tannin.

Bottle Size

750ml

Varietal Composition

96% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Merlot

Barrel Aging

26 Months in 80% New French Oak

Vineyard Designation

Schweitzer and Bench

Appellation

Stags Leap District

Vintage Notes

This near perfect growing season began in late February. Our Spring weather was mild, and allowed for extended flowering that produced very uniform grape clusters. Temperatures throughout Napa remained steady and warm during the majority of summer and fall, without any heat spikes, making for a long and unhurried harvest. The resulting wines are incredibly smooth and polished, with magnificent texture and color.

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