Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Cask 23 Napa Valley 1.5L Magnum

Cask 23 is Stag’s Leap’s prestigious estate blend from the famed S.L.V. and Fay vineyards—a signature Napa Cabernet born from a standout “cask 23” back in 1974.The 2014 vintage benefited from a warm, balanced growing season with ideal daytime temperatures and mild nights, producing expressive fruit with elegant structure.

👃 Aromas

• Deeply aromatic with a bouquet of black cherry, currant, plum, blueberry jam, and brioche, layered over accents of violet, brown sugar, and black tea 

• Critics praise its yeasty brioche and earthy clove aromas, seamlessly woven with cassis and red currant 

👄 Palate & Texture

• On the palate, it’s rich and opulent, offering plush layers of dark fruit framed by grainy yet refined tannins—balanced between elegance and power 

• Additional notes include mocha, cedar spice, and floral undertones; critics highlight its full body, terrific texture, and sensational purity 

🔚 Finish

• The finish is long, plush, and juicy, anchored by lasting dark fruit, toasted oak, and a mineral-tinged earthiness 

• Despite rich fruit, the oak remains supportive and well-integrated, enhancing the wine’s earthy spice 

🏅 Accolades & Cellaring

• "The 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Cask 23 Estate-Grown is a big-time winner with great fruit, terrific texture, full body, sensational purity and plenty of blue and black fruits interwoven. The amazing thing about all of these wines is that no oak shows through whatsoever, although I suspect the percentage of new oak is relatively high. That’s an example of the extravagance and richness of the fruit that the winery is achieving. Again, purity, harmony, complexity and individuality are hallmarks of these wines. Drink this 2014 Cask 23 over the next 25 years."Robert Parker 94-96 Points

• Winery recommends enjoying over the next 25 years—magnum format ensures graceful maturation and splendid celebration potential 

🍽️ Food Pairings

Ideal alongside grilled rib eye, prime rib, braised short ribs over creamy polenta, or with aged cheeses—showcasing its richness and refined tannin structure 

In essence: The 2014 Cask 23 Napa Valley magnum is a powerhouse of purity and elegance. It delivers a luxurious experience—deep dark fruits, fine-grained structure, and long-lasting finish—all elevated by the magnum format’s graceful aging. A benchmark bottle from one of Napa’s most celebrated Cabernets.