2015 Odette Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon

“A blend of 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, and the rest 3% Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot the 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate is similar to the reserve release, just slightly more classic in style and less exuberant. There’s also 4,000 cases of this beauty available and as Napa Valley Cabernet goes, it’s a smoking value. Offering the classic, concentrated, rich 2015 profile as well as loads of plum, currants, spice-box, chocolate, and hints of cedar pencil, this full-bodied beauty has sweet tannin, great intensity, a multi-dimensional texture, and a terrific finish.” (12/2017)

“Very deep purple-black colored, the 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate bursts forth from the glass with opulent crème de cassis, baked cherries and mocha notes with touches of charcuterie, licorice, sandalwood and forest floor. Big, rich and full-on sexy in the mouth, it delivers loads of black fruit preserves, exotic spice and savory layers. Framed by soft, very fine-grained tannins, it finishes with lingering anise and chocolate-covered cherries notions. Yum! (LPB)” (10/2017)

“From the producer's 45-acre estate vineyard in the heart of the appellation, this contains 16% Merlot and small handfuls of the other Bordeaux red varieties. Together, they offer a harmoniously racy, rich and round experience and soft silky tannin. Juicy up-front black and red raspberries linger into lilting spice components, sage and violet. This will age well. *Cellar Selection* (VB)” (09/2018)

“Beautifully crafted, rich and polished, with a dense core of dark berry, mocha, cedar, crushed rock and licorice flavors, combining power and finesse in an impressive showing. *Top 100 Wines of 2018, Highly Recommended* (JL)” (10/2018)

“Odette's 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate is ripe, plummy and super-expressive. Red cherry jam, plum, spice and mocha infuse this sumptuous, racy Cabernet. Soft plush and forward, the 2015 will drink well right out of the gate. Bright floral and red fruit notes add brightness through to the finish. (AG)” (12/2018)