1999 Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
Cask 23
Cabernet Sauvignon
America / California / Napa Valley
WINEMAKER NOTES
1999 Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Cask 23 – A Napa Valley Reference Point
The 1999 Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Cask 23 Cabernet Sauvignon stands as one of Napa Valley’s most enduring benchmark wines. Sourced from the estate’s finest blocks in the Stags Leap District, Cask 23 is produced only in exceptional vintages, representing the pinnacle of precision, structure, and site expression.
Tasting Notes
The aromatics unfold with blackcurrant, plum, graphite, and cedar, layered with subtle notes of tobacco and dried herbs. On the palate, the wine is powerful yet refined, showing dense dark fruit supported by polished, fine-grained tannins. Bright acidity maintains balance and lift, carrying through a long, composed finish that continues to reveal complexity with age.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
Cask 23 is crafted from a selection of the estate’s best Cabernet Sauvignon parcels, primarily from the S.L.V. and Fay vineyards. Low yields, meticulous sorting, and precise vinification ensure purity and depth. Aging in French oak barrels integrates structure and texture while preserving the vineyard-driven character that defines this cuvee.
Investment & Collectibility
Long regarded as one of Napa Valley’s most collectible Cabernets, Cask 23 has demonstrated exceptional longevity and consistent secondary-market demand. The 1999 vintage, now fully mature yet remarkably vibrant, remains highly sought after by collectors seeking classic Napa Valley pedigree.
Vintage Insights & Accolades
The 1999 growing season produced wines of balance and definition across Napa Valley. At Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, these conditions resulted in a Cask 23 of precision, harmony, and enduring appeal.
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Shipping Information
Domestic Shipping
We ship wine to eligible U.S. states via UPS or FedEx. Orders placed Monday through Thursday before 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time typically ship the same day. Orders placed after the shipping cutoff will be scheduled for the next available shipping day.
Los Angeles Delivery
Same-day delivery may be available within the Los Angeles area Monday through Friday for orders placed before 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. Please contact us to confirm availability and delivery arrangements.
Packaging & Temperature
Wine is packed in protective EPS foam shipping containers, with gel packs used when appropriate. Original Wooden Cases (OWC) are shipped separately to help protect both the wine and the wooden case during transit.
Because wine is temperature-sensitive, we may recommend expedited shipping or holding an order when weather conditions present an elevated risk. Please review our Temperature Protection & Shipping Policy for additional information.
Weather Holds & Storage
During periods of extreme heat or cold, shipments may be delayed until conditions improve. Customers may also request that an order be held for a later shipping date.
Complimentary temperature-controlled storage is available for up to 6 months from the date of purchase. Select the available weather-hold option at checkout or contact us to coordinate a future shipment.
Shipping Protection
Shipping protection for loss or visible damage in transit is included with eligible shipments, subject to applicable terms and carrier requirements. Temperature-related deterioration is not covered.
Please review our Temperature Protection & Shipping Policy for additional details.
Adult Signature Required
All wine deliveries require an adult signature from a recipient age 21 or older. Please ensure an eligible adult is available to receive the shipment.
Additional carrier charges may apply for failed delivery attempts, address changes, redirection, returned shipments, or reshipment.
Shipping Address
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International Shipping
International shipping may be available to select destinations and requires review before purchase. Please see our International Shipping Information for eligibility and inquiry details.
Where We Ship
We currently ship wine to the following U.S. states:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
Shipping laws and carrier availability may change. If your state is not available as a shipping destination at checkout, please contact us to confirm current eligibility.
1999 Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Cask 23 – A Napa Valley Reference Point
The 1999 Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Cask 23 Cabernet Sauvignon stands as one of Napa Valley’s most enduring benchmark wines. Sourced from the estate’s finest blocks in the Stags Leap District, Cask 23 is produced only in exceptional vintages, representing the pinnacle of precision, structure, and site expression.
Tasting Notes
The aromatics unfold with blackcurrant, plum, graphite, and cedar, layered with subtle notes of tobacco and dried herbs. On the palate, the wine is powerful yet refined, showing dense dark fruit supported by polished, fine-grained tannins. Bright acidity maintains balance and lift, carrying through a long, composed finish that continues to reveal complexity with age.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
Cask 23 is crafted from a selection of the estate’s best Cabernet Sauvignon parcels, primarily from the S.L.V. and Fay vineyards. Low yields, meticulous sorting, and precise vinification ensure purity and depth. Aging in French oak barrels integrates structure and texture while preserving the vineyard-driven character that defines this cuvee.
Investment & Collectibility
Long regarded as one of Napa Valley’s most collectible Cabernets, Cask 23 has demonstrated exceptional longevity and consistent secondary-market demand. The 1999 vintage, now fully mature yet remarkably vibrant, remains highly sought after by collectors seeking classic Napa Valley pedigree.
Vintage Insights & Accolades
The 1999 growing season produced wines of balance and definition across Napa Valley. At Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, these conditions resulted in a Cask 23 of precision, harmony, and enduring appeal.
Explore Related Collections
1999 Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Cask 23 – A Napa Valley Reference Point
The 1999 Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Cask 23 Cabernet Sauvignon stands as one of Napa Valley’s most enduring benchmark wines. Sourced from the estate’s finest blocks in the Stags Leap District, Cask 23 is produced only in exceptional vintages, representing the pinnacle of precision, structure, and site expression.
Tasting Notes
The aromatics unfold with blackcurrant, plum, graphite, and cedar, layered with subtle notes of tobacco and dried herbs. On the palate, the wine is powerful yet refined, showing dense dark fruit supported by polished, fine-grained tannins. Bright acidity maintains balance and lift, carrying through a long, composed finish that continues to reveal complexity with age.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
Cask 23 is crafted from a selection of the estate’s best Cabernet Sauvignon parcels, primarily from the S.L.V. and Fay vineyards. Low yields, meticulous sorting, and precise vinification ensure purity and depth. Aging in French oak barrels integrates structure and texture while preserving the vineyard-driven character that defines this cuvee.
Investment & Collectibility
Long regarded as one of Napa Valley’s most collectible Cabernets, Cask 23 has demonstrated exceptional longevity and consistent secondary-market demand. The 1999 vintage, now fully mature yet remarkably vibrant, remains highly sought after by collectors seeking classic Napa Valley pedigree.
Vintage Insights & Accolades
The 1999 growing season produced wines of balance and definition across Napa Valley. At Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, these conditions resulted in a Cask 23 of precision, harmony, and enduring appeal.
Explore Related Collections
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