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Stags Leap District · Napa Valley · Napa
Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
The 1973 S.L.V. Cabernet Sauvignon won the Judgment of Paris in 1976.
4.5(475)
Known forCabernetCave ToursFood PairingCollector's ExperienceLuxuryMountain Views
About Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars is renowned for its exceptional Cabernet Sauvignons, particularly the iconic S.L.V. and FAY vineyards, which are meticulously farmed to highlight the unique terroir of Napa Valley. The winery gained international acclaim when its 1973 S.L.V. Cabernet Sauvignon won the Judgment of Paris Tasting in 1976, establishing it as a premier Napa Valley estate. Visitors can enjoy stunning views of the vineyards and partake in refined food and wine pairing experiences that showcase the elegance and purity of their wines.
Why Visit Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
The Collector's Experience pairs four Cabernet Sauvignon vintages spanning from the early 2000s to current releases, all in the caves with an Estate Ambassador. It's the only tasting here where you can taste how FAY and S.L.V. fruit evolves across decades, not just a single vintage snapshot.
- 1973 S.L.V. Cabernet Sauvignon won top red wine honors at the 1976 Judgment of Paris
- Cask 23 is poured in both the $125 Estate Experience and $155 Large Party option
- FAY and S.L.V. are distinct single-vineyard bottlings from estate blocks visible from the tasting room
- Collector's Experience ($225) spans early 2000s to current Cabernet Sauvignon vintages
The Setting
The Stags Leap Palisades rise directly behind the FAY and S.L.V. vineyard blocks, a wall of volcanic rock that defines the district's eastern edge. Tasting tables face these named vineyards, so guests see exactly where the grapes in their glass were grown. The caves cut into the hillside host the Estate Experience and Collector's Experience, while the Cellarius Kitchen anchors the Large Party Estate Experience for groups of seven to fourteen.
The Tasting Experience
The Signature Wine Tasting seats guests at private tables overlooking the vineyards for a four-wine flight that includes both FAY and S.L.V. signatures. The Estate Experience moves into the caves for a tour, then a seated tasting of limited production wines including Cask 23, with artisanal cheese and charcuterie. Winemaker Marcus Notaro and his team craft wines that the ambassadors describe as balancing richness with restraint, a style set by the estate's early vintages.
The Tasting
Tasting experiences.
Signature Wine Tasting
$95Private table with vineyard views; guided flight of four current release wines highlighting FAY and S.L.V. signatures.
Reservation Required
Estate Experience
$125Cave tour followed by seated tasting of limited production wines including Cask 23, paired with artisanal cheese and charcuterie.
Reservation Required
Large Party Estate Experience
$155Private experience for groups of 7-14 including cave tour, Cellarius Kitchen visit, and flight of small lot wines with Cask 23, cheese, and charcuterie.
Reservation Required
Collector's Experience
$225Cave tour with private tasting hosted by Estate Ambassador, featuring four Cabernet Sauvignon vintages from early 2000s to current, with seasonal bites.
Reservation Required
The Pour
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Wine list. (33)
| Wine | Type | Vintage | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2021 SLV | Cabernet Franc | 2021 | $200 | |
2018 ARMILLARY | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2018 | $165 | |
2018 Chase Creek | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2018 | $150 | |
2019 Chase Creek | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2019 | $150 | |
2019 Rancho Chimiles | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2019 | $125 | |
2019 Stags Leap District | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2019 | $125 | |
2020 Armillary | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2020 | $175 | |
2020 CASK 23 | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2020 | $305 | |
2020 Heart of FAY | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2020 | $155 | |
2020 Soda Canyon | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2020 | $125 | |
2020 Stags Leap District | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2020 | $125 | |
2021 ARMILLARY | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2021 | $185 | |
2021 ARTEMIS 1.5L | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2021 | $180 | |
2021 FAY | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2021 | $200 | |
2021 FAY 1.5L | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2021 | $420 | |
2021 FAY Hillside | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2021 | $165 | |
2021 Heart of FAY | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2021 | $165 | |
2021 SLV 1.5L | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2021 | $520 | |
2021 Stags Leap District | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2021 | $125 | |
2022 ARTEMIS | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2022 | $75 | |
2022 ARTEMIS 1.5L | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2022 | $160 | |
2022 CASK 23 | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2022 | $325 | |
2022 CASK 23 1.5L | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2022 | $660 | |
2022 Cellarius | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2022 | $150 | |
2022 FAY | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2022 | $200 | |
2022 FAY 1.5L | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2022 | $420 | |
2022 Heart of FAY | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2022 | $165 | |
2022 SLV | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2022 | $250 | |
2022 SLV 1.5L | Cabernet Sauvignon | 2022 | $520 |
2021 SLV
Cabernet Franc2021
2018 ARMILLARY
Cabernet Sauvignon2018
2018 Chase Creek
Cabernet Sauvignon2018
2019 Chase Creek
Cabernet Sauvignon2019
2019 Rancho Chimiles
Cabernet Sauvignon2019
2019 Stags Leap District
Cabernet Sauvignon2019
2020 Armillary
Cabernet Sauvignon2020
2020 CASK 23
Cabernet Sauvignon2020
2020 Heart of FAY
Cabernet Sauvignon2020
2020 Soda Canyon
Cabernet Sauvignon2020
2020 Stags Leap District
Cabernet Sauvignon2020
2021 ARMILLARY
Cabernet Sauvignon2021
2021 ARTEMIS 1.5L
Cabernet Sauvignon2021
2021 FAY
Cabernet Sauvignon2021
2021 FAY 1.5L
Cabernet Sauvignon2021
2021 FAY Hillside
Cabernet Sauvignon2021
2021 Heart of FAY
Cabernet Sauvignon2021
2021 SLV 1.5L
Cabernet Sauvignon2021
2021 Stags Leap District
Cabernet Sauvignon2021
2022 ARTEMIS
Cabernet Sauvignon2022
2022 ARTEMIS 1.5L
Cabernet Sauvignon2022
2022 CASK 23
Cabernet Sauvignon2022
2022 CASK 23 1.5L
Cabernet Sauvignon2022
2022 Cellarius
Cabernet Sauvignon2022
2022 FAY
Cabernet Sauvignon2022
2022 FAY 1.5L
Cabernet Sauvignon2022
2022 Heart of FAY
Cabernet Sauvignon2022
2022 SLV
Cabernet Sauvignon2022
2022 SLV 1.5L
Cabernet Sauvignon2022
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Drive Times
From Napa hotels.
Estimated drive time from each hotel to Stag's Leap Wine Cellars, ordered by proximity.
| Hotel | Drive | Book |
|---|---|---|
| Silverado Resort | ~12 min | Book |
| The Westin Verasa Napa | ~18 min | Book |
| Archer Hotel Napa | ~19 min | Book |
| Andaz Napa, by Hyatt | ~19 min | Book |
| The Meritage Resort and Spa | ~20 min | Book |
| Carneros Resort and Spa | ~26 min | Book |
Estimates based on straight-line distance with a wine-country routing factor. Actual drive times vary with traffic and route choice.
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