Odette Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Stags Leap District
Overview
Odette Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon from Stags Leap District exemplifies the appellation's renowned intensity and structure, crafted from prime hillside vineyards that yield concentrated, age-worthy wines.
Specs at a glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Style | Cabernet Sauvignon |
| ABV | N/A |
| Mashbill | Cabernet Sauvignon (estate) |
| Release Info | Reserve-tier bottling from Odette Estate in Napa's Stags Leap District |
| Age | Non-vintage specified |
Good to know
Stags Leap District, famed since the 1976 Judgment of Paris, produces Cabernet Sauvignons with exceptional balance of fruit depth and tannic backbone. Odette Estate draws from its own hillside sites to emphasize terroir-driven complexity in this reserve expression.
Tasting notes
- Nose: Black currant, cassis, and dark cherry mingle with cedar, graphite, and subtle violet florals.
- Palate: Bold layers of blackberry compote, plum, and espresso unfold against firm, fine-grained tannins and hints of licorice and mocha.
- Finish: Persistent with evolving notes of dark chocolate and mineral earth, lingering elegantly.
Notable details
- Production: Estate-grown and barrel-aged to highlight Stags Leap's volcanic soils and maritime influence.
- Lineage: Odette Estate upholds the district's legacy of powerful yet refined Cabernet Sauvignon.
- Comparison: Echoes the stature of Shafer Hillside Select or Chimney Rock Reserve.
- Availability: Limited production reserve, sought after by collectors.
Serving suggestions
Neat at 60-65°F. Decant for 1-2 hours. Pairs with grilled ribeye, aged Gouda, or wild mushroom risotto.
Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon offers "profound concentration and structure" with "black fruits and firm tannins." – General appellation profile
Closing
A collector's benchmark for Stags Leap power refined by estate precision.
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