The 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon Stags Leap District exhibits a dark ruby/purple color as well as a knock-out nose of black raspberries, currants, and floral scents. Exotic and open-knit, without the sheer force of the Oakville cuvee, with gloriously sweet fruit and impeccable harmony, this terrific 100% Cabernet Sauvignon will benefit from 2-3 years of cellaring, and last for 15-20 years. Very impressive! Tel. (707) 226-1395 and (800) MONDAVI; fax (707) 251-4386

Delivers a broad, complex range of chocolate, black cherry, mocha, toasty oak and wild berry flavors that are sharply focused and compact, finishing with rich, earthy tannins. Best from 2001 through 2009.??–JL??Region: California / Napa / Stags Leap District Select to Add

A little prune, cherry and tobacco mix on the nose with some leafiness, creating a bouquet similar to Bordeaux. Black cherry and licorice are the predominant flavors, and in the end game there’s a subdued coffee-tinged, reserved character to it.——W.E.(11/1/2000)—— 89