2005 Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Estate 'Cask 23' Cabernet Sauvignon Italian New sweet bay leaf and savory

sweet bay leaf and savory notes

A blend of 79% cabernet sauvignon

brilliant dry whites

but this was one of the most memorable

2005 Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Estate 'Cask 23' Cabernet Sauvignon Italian New sweet bay leaf and savory"A classic example of tremendous power and great finesse. The wine presents a symphony of aromas from sweet black fruit to cigar box, from savory spices of clove, allspice and licorice to dried herbs and flowers, even a touch of minerality. This complexity carries over to the palate with flavors that are reminiscent of spiced chutney. The bold flavors are wrapped in a blanket of supple tannins and persist through an extraordinarily long finish. It's a