Chimney Rock 2022 Stag's Leap Cabernet

The 2022 Chimney Rock Cabernet Sauvignon from Stag's Leap District is a wine that truly speaks to the power and elegance of this iconic terroir. Deep garnet in the glass, this wine explodes from the glass with exuberant aromas of black currant, cassis, and blackberry, seamlessly interwoven with notes of crushed violets, graphite, and subtle hints of cedar and dried herbs. On the palate, the wine is a symphony of flavors, showcasing a core of vibrant fruit supported by firm, muscular tannins that are already impressively polished. The mid-palate is a tapestry of dark fruit, earthy notes, and savory nuances of tobacco and leather, all seamlessly integrated and dancing across the palate with remarkable grace. This is a wine of undeniable power and complexity, yet it possesses a captivating elegance and finesse that belies its youth. The finish is long and resonant, leaving a lingering impression of dark fruit, spice, and minerality. This is a truly exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon that will undoubtedly age gracefully for decades to come.

The 2022 vintage in Stag's Leap District was blessed with a near-perfect growing season, resulting in wines of exceptional quality. Chimney Rock, a legendary estate renowned for producing some of the finest Cabernet Sauvignon in the world, has once again delivered a masterpiece. This wine is a testament to the unique terroir of Stag's Leap District, where the volcanic soils and warm days give way to cool nights, allowing the grapes to develop intense flavors and complex aromas. The winemaking at Chimney Rock is meticulous, with a focus on gentle handling and minimal intervention, allowing the true character of the vineyard to shine through.

The 2022 Chimney Rock Cabernet Sauvignon is a wine that demands to be cellared and enjoyed over the coming decades. It is a wine for special occasions, a wine to share with friends and loved ones, and a wine that will undoubtedly impress even the most discerning palates.

Alcohol: 14.5%

92 POINTS - "A blend of 76.3% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19.8% Merlot, 3.5% Petit Verdot and 0.4% Malbec, Chimney Rock's 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Grown Stags Leap District offers up some peppery-clove spice notes and hints of hickory layered atop blackberries and black cherries. It's full-bodied, velvety and slightly open-knit but nicely concentrated, ending long, with hints of vanilla oak." - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

91 POINTS - "The nose is lifted and fresh, with aromas of wild blackberries, blueberries and herbs de Provence. The palate is full-bodied with notes of coffee beans, tobacco and cigar box. Drinkable now, but best from 2028." - James Suckling

90 POINTS - "The 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley) is a very pretty, soft wine. Red plum, spice, leather, spice and rose petal all meld together nicely. Pretty floral notes lift the finish. This Napa Valley Cabernet is a charmer. I would prefer to drink it over the next few years." - Vinous

Abundant with sultry notes of cherry, tobacco, vanilla, and caramel with hints of dried sage. This fruit-forward beauty is silky in texture and mid-palate with a backbone of very fine grain tannins and a long finish.