The Leap Cabernet Sauvignon is a red produced by Stags' Leap Winery in Stags Leap District, Napa Valley, United States. Classified as Estate Grown. Made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Malbec and Merlot. Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 1 vintage; members see when it is ready. Track this wine and manage your cellar with Cellarion — the free, open-source wine app at cellarion.app.
Type: Red
Appellation: Stags Leap District
Classification: Estate Grown
Region: Napa Valley
Country: United States
Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Malbec, Merlot
Tasting profile
Structure: full-bodied, high tannin, medium acidity, dry
The Leap is Stags' Leap Winery's estate-grown Cabernet from its own vineyards in the Stags Leap District, mostly Cabernet Sauvignon with small amounts of Petite Sirah, Malbec and Merlot, aged around 19 months in largely new French oak. It is rich and dark-fruited, with black cherry, black raspberry, cassis and plum over forest floor and espresso, firm, finely grained tannins and bright acidity that keeps it from feeling heavy. It rewards a few years in bottle and ages for fifteen years or more.
When to drink
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Where it comes from
Napa Valley, United States
Napa Valley is a compact, sun-warmed valley in northern California, an hour or so above San Francisco, and it is the name that turned American wine into a serious global player.
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon is a red grape born in Bordeaux from a natural crossing of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc, and it has become the most planted premium red variety on the planet, the backbone of countless…
Petite Sirah
Petite Sirah is a red grape that originated in France as Durif, a cross of Syrah and the obscure Peloursin, though it found its lasting fame in California and Australia.
Malbec
Malbec is a red grape from southwest France, historically tied to Cahors, but it found worldwide fame after taking root in Argentina, which is now its spiritual home.
Merlot
Merlot is a red grape from Bordeaux, one of the world's most planted varieties, valued for its softness, generosity and its role as a blending partner to Cabernet Sauvignon.
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- Napa Valley Chardonnay — Stags' Leap Winery, Napa Valley
- Petite Sirah — Stags' Leap Winery, Napa Valley
- Viognier — Stags' Leap Winery, Napa Valley
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- Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Oakville — Far Niente, Oakville
- Cabernet Sauvignon — Screaming Eagle, Oakville
- Cabernet Sauvignon — Mount Veeder Winery, Mount Veeder
- 1858 Cabernet Sauvignon — Caymus Vineyards, Napa Valley
Frequently asked questions
Where is The Leap Cabernet Sauvignon from?
The Leap Cabernet Sauvignon is produced by Stags' Leap Winery in Stags Leap District, Napa Valley, United States.
What grapes are in The Leap Cabernet Sauvignon?
The Leap Cabernet Sauvignon is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Malbec and Merlot.