Vol. 22
Stag's Leap Cask 23 2004
A wine growing like a young sequoia
A wine growing continuously like young trees
- Country
- United States
- Region
- California
- Grapes
- No information
- Vintage
- 2004
- Producer
- Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
- Appearance scene
- A wine that Miyabi and Laurent drank on the Napa Valley Wine Train, which could rival even classified Médoc wines if served immediately; it's like a young sequoia surrounded by towering trees, reaching for the Californian sky.
総合 77 / 100
Tasting notes
Stag's Leap Wine Cellars' Cask 23 is a masterpiece from California's Napa Valley. The 2004 vintage is particularly known for its strength and elegance. Primarily crafted from Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine embodies the region's characteristics, showcasing the bountiful sunlight and fertile soils of Napa Valley.
In Volume 22 of 'Drops of God', this wine makes its appearance when Shizuku and Laurent enjoy it on the Napa Valley Wine Train. They remarked that even when served immediately after opening, it stands on par with classified growths from Médoc. This wine is likened to sequoias, symbolizing a growth that reaches towards the blue Californian sky, much like a young tree striving for the heights.
When you pour it, the deep garnet color is striking. The aroma is rich, with ripe notes of blackberry and cassis, subtly intertwined with cedar and spice. On the palate, it offers a powerful yet balanced experience, with abundant fruit and robust acidity. The tannins are dense, reminiscent of velvet, and the long finish is complex, keeping the drinker intrigued with every sip.
Decanting this wine allows it to fully open up and harmonize all its elements, so give it a try if you have the chance.
総合 77 / 100