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Tasting Notes
Tasting Note
Reflective of the winery’s ability to combine power with elegance, the 2017 Investor is plush and inviting, with intense dark blackberry, black cherry, wild plum alongside baking spice notes of cinnamon and clove. Alluring notes of black pepper, cedar and violet are supported by savory nuances of chaparral brush, showing hints of fresh thyme, lavender and sage. The expansive mouthfeel is rich and generous with chewy, firm tannins that warm and coat the palate leading to an incredibly lengthy finish with ripe, mouthwatering acidity. Enjoyable now and can be cellared for 5-10 years.
Technical Information
| Varietal | Red Blend |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Appellation | Napa Valley |
| Blend | 37% Merlot, 30% Petite Sirah, 22% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Malbec |
| Oak Treatment | Petite Sirah aged in American Oak (25% new) for 20 months; Bordeaux varieties in French oak (35% new) for 20 months |
| Alcohol % | 14.5% |
| Enclosure Type | Cork |
| Case Production | 5289 cases |
Scores & Accolades
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94
JamesSuckling.com
"Yum. This is a dense, layered red with opulence yet raciness, which give it beautiful, forceful direction. Very polished tannins and a long, flavorful finish. A blend of merlot, petite sirah, cabernet sauvignon and malbec. Drink after 2022” - James Suckling
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90
Wine Advocate
“The 2017 The Investor is a blend of 37% Merlot, 30% Petite Sirah, 22% Cabernet Sauvignon and 11% Malbec. It was aged for 20 months with the Petite Sirah in American Oak (25% new) and the Bordeaux varieties in French oak (35% new). Deep garnet-purple in color, notes of blueberry pie, blackcurrant jelly and baked blackberries soar out of the glass followed by subtle scents of cloves, vanilla pod, powdered cinnamon and molten chocolate with a waft of plum sauce. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is chock-full of spicy black and blue fruits with soft, rounded tannins and just enough freshness to lend a little vigor to the savory finish. 5,289 cases were made.” - Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW
Winemaking
Winemaking Note
Maceration and fermentation followed suit for each of the varieties, which allowed winemaker Christophe Paubert to monitor and evaluate each lot individually, coaxing each varietal to its maximum potential. The wine aged in oak for 20 months - the Petite Sirah in American oak barrels (25% new) while the Bordeaux varieties go to French oak (35% new). The final assemblage was blended just prior to bottling.
Christophe Paubert - Winemaker
For Christophe Paubert, Winemaker and General Manager at Stags’ Leap Winery, the identity of a wine is found through the terroir. Christophe’s career has spanned the industry from sales to winemaking, and his impressive background includes positions at Chateau d’Yquem and Gruaud-Larose as well as projects in Chile, Spain and Washington State. But it was the terroir of Stags’ Leap that drew him to California.
Vintage
Vintage Note
The 2017 vintage in the Napa Valley was smaller yielding but high in quality. The region enjoyed much needed rain during the winter months ending the drought. A short period of warmer than usual temperatures during Labor Day weekend accelerated harvest for early ripening grapes varieties, resulting in an intense and, at times, unpredictable harvest. Though yields were lower than usual, the wines show exceptional flavor intensity and conditions were perfect for producing a wine with beautiful fruit as well as tremendous concentration of flavors, highly saturated color, and layers of complexity.
Vineyard
Napa Valley AVA
Vineyard Note
The Investor is a red wine that beautifully blends together the unique flavors and expressions of Merlot, Petite Sirah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec, resulting in a powerful, yet approachable assemblage with significant fruit presence. The Merlot contributes fresh red berry aromatics and a soft, velvety texture to balance the power of Petite Sirah, which adds concentration, tannins, spice and blueberry flavors. The Cabernet Sauvignon further increases the final blend’s complexity and depth and the Malbec’s incredibly vibrant floral aromatics heighten the blend’s freshness. The majority of the Petite Sirah fruit comes from estate vineyards in Oakville and Oak Knoll, and additional fruit is sourced from a diverse selection of northern and southern Napa Valley vineyards to broaden the wine’s floral and spicy characteristics. The Merlot is sourced from our Stags’ Leap estate vineyards as well as grower vineyards in the heart of Napa Valley, and a selection of southern valley floor Cabernet Sauvignon fruit makes up the balance of the blend.
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