2012 Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon SLV
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Score 92/100 · Drink 2015-2030, Robert Parker, Dec 2015
The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon S.L.V. is a paragon of elegance and finesse, yet doesn't cheat the taster on flavor. Dense ruby/purple with round, juicy, earthy black cherry and blackcurrant fruit, underbrush and forest floor, the wine is fragrant, medium to full-bodied, soft, seductive and round. This is a lovely, juicy, pure style of wine to drink over the next 10-15 years.
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92
92/100
Robert Parker
91
91/100
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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91 points
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 91/100 · Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Dec 2014
The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon SLV stands out in this range for its precise, chiseled fruit and overall elegance. At the same time, there is plenty of depth and density in the glass. Ash, smoke, graphite and crushed rocks add nuance, but a hint of sweetness on the finish is a bit distracting.
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