97 points - Wine Enthusiast (Cellar Selection)
95+ points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
95 points - Wine Enthusiast
94 points - Wine Spectator

The 2018 S.L.V. Cabernet Sauvignon from Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars opens with generous aromas of violet, plum, dark fruit, cocoa dust and graphite, leading to a rich, structured palate of blackcurrant and blueberry with layered minerality and dusty fine tannins that promise excellent age potential. Its savory, gravelly mid-palate and long, persistent finish make it a captivating expression of this historic Napa Valley vineyard. This full-bodied Cabernet pairs wonderfully with grilled ribeye or strip steak with peppercorn sauce, herb-crusted lamb chops, braised short ribs, wild mushroom risotto, and aged hard cheeses, enhancing the wine’s depth and complexity while balancing its firm tannic structure.