{"product_id":"stag_s-leap-wine-cellars-fay-cab-sauvignon-nv-2019","title":"Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars FAY Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2019","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Background and History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eStag’s Leap Wine Cellars, established in 1970, gained international acclaim when its 1973 S.L.V. Cabernet Sauvignon won the 1976 Judgment of Paris, a blind tasting that elevated Napa Valley to global prominence. Located in the Stags Leap District of Napa Valley, the winery is renowned for producing elegant and balanced Cabernet Sauvignons that reflect the unique terroir of the region. The FAY Vineyard, named after Nathan Fay who first planted Cabernet Sauvignon in the area in 1961, was acquired by the winery in 1986 and has since been integral to their portfolio. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer and Winemaker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eStag’s Leap Wine Cellars operates under the guidance of winemaker Marcus Notaro, who brings extensive experience and a deep understanding of Napa Valley’s terroir. Notaro’s philosophy focuses on creating wines that balance richness with elegance, capturing the essence of the vineyard while showcasing the varietal’s character. His meticulous approach ensures that each vintage of FAY Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon reflects both the winery’s legacy and the unique conditions of the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyards and Micro Climate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe FAY Vineyard is situated in the Stags Leap District of Napa Valley, characterized by alluvial soils with good drainage, contributing to the development of complex flavors in the grapes. The region’s unique microclimate, influenced by its proximity to the San Pablo Bay, offers warm days and cool nights, ideal for cultivating Cabernet Sauvignon with balanced acidity and ripe tannins. This terroir imparts distinctive characteristics to the wine, including vibrant fruit flavors and a refined structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification \u0026amp; Aging Methods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe 2019 FAY Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon underwent meticulous vinification processes to preserve the integrity of the fruit and express the vineyard’s unique terroir. After fermentation, the wine was aged in French oak barrels, with a portion being new oak, for approximately 20 months. This aging process enhances the wine’s complexity, integrating oak nuances with the rich fruit profile, and contributes to a well-structured and harmonious wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe 2019 FAY Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon delivers fragrant aromas of ripe raspberry and boysenberry, complemented by hints of jasmine, gardenia, and nutmeg. On the palate, it offers a lively mouthfeel with polished tannins, a juicy mid-palate, and a silky finish bursting with red fruits and berries. This wine showcases the hallmark elegance and finesse associated with the FAY Vineyard.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine Pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis Cabernet Sauvignon pairs beautifully with dishes such as baby back ribs with saba glaze, maple-soy glazed salmon, or eggplant parmesan. The wine’s vibrant acidity and refined tannins complement the richness of these dishes, enhancing the overall dining experience.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Methods and Temperatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eTo fully appreciate the 2019 FAY Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, it is recommended to serve the wine at a temperature between 16-18°C (61-64°F). Decanting the wine for about 30 minutes before serving can help open up its aromas and flavors, providing a more expressive tasting experience. Using appropriate glassware, such as a Bordeaux-style glass, will further enhance the wine’s characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe 2019 FAY Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon possesses the structure and balance to age gracefully over the next 15 to 20 years. When stored in optimal conditions—a cool, dark place with consistent temperature and humidity—the wine will develop additional complexity, with tertiary aromas and flavors emerging over time, rewarding those who choose to cellar it. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape Varietals \u0026amp; Percentage Used\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCabernet Sauvignon: 100%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV (Alcohol by Volume)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe alcohol content of the 2019 FAY Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon is 14.8%.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScores\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eWine Enthusiast:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e 100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eWine Spectator:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eWine Advocate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e 92+ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eJames Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eJeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e 97\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ASC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922353701078,"sku":null,"price":1487.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/Stag_sLeapWineCellarsFayCabSauvignon.png?v=1773669136","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/stag_s-leap-wine-cellars-fay-cab-sauvignon-nv-2019","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}