- Last updated on February 15, 2023
Welcome! This is our Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars ARTEMIS Cabernet Sauvignon review.
Experience the best of Napa Valley’s winemaking with Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars ARTEMIS Cabernet Sauvignon.
Named after the Greek goddess of the hunt, this wine is a true masterpiece of precision winemaking.
With a rich history dating back to 1970, Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars has been producing some of the most acclaimed wines in the region.
This Cabernet Sauvignon is no exception, showcasing the unique terroir of the Stags Leap District.
Find below our Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars ARTEMIS Cabernet Sauvignon review along with our food pairings recommendations, serving tips, curiosity, and where you can buy it.
Let’s begin!
Our Stag's Leap Wine Cellars ARTEMIS Cabernet Sauvignon Review
- Brand: Stag’s Leap
- Grape Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
- Region: United States, Napa Valley
- Tasting Notes: Black fruit notes & Mocha notes
- Glass & Serving: Bordeaux / 59-64 °F (15-18 °C) / Decant ~1hr
- Storage: Up to 10 years
- Price Range: ~$80
- Bottle Size: 750 ml
Stag's Leap Wine Cellars ARTEMIS Cabernet Sauvignon review: What's its color?
Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars ARTEMIS Cabernet Sauvignon wine has a deep ruby color with a garnet rim and fat slow falling legs.
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Stag's Leap Wine Cellars ARTEMIS Cabernet Sauvignon review: What are the flavors?
Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars ARTEMIS Cabernet Sauvignon is almost entirely made from Cabernet Sauvignon(99.5%) grapes and aged 15 months 42% new French oak, and 6% in new American oak, balanced in older French oak barrels.
On the nose, it has a rich and complex aroma profile, with aromas of blackberry, black currant, cassis, spice, vanilla, and toasted oak with a hint of tobacco and leather.
On the palate, it is a full-bodied wine with bold and rich fruit flavors, including black cherry and cassis.
The balanced acidity keeps the wine fresh and the tannins are firm, providing a strong backbone that makes it an excellent choice for aging.
The flavors are rounded out by notes of chocolate and a hint of vanilla, making for a truly luxurious and unforgettable wine experience.
Is Stag's Leap Wine Cellars ARTEMIS Cabernet Sauvignon wine sweet?
No, it’s not sweet. Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars ARTEMIS Cabernet Sauvignon wine is a dry wine.
Dry wine contains less than 15 g/L.
Learn more about wine sweetness level here.
Stag's Leap Wine Cellars ARTEMIS Cabernet Sauvignon review: Which food pairs well with it?
Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars ARTEMIS Cabernet Sauvignon is a full-bodied wine that pairs well with rich, flavorful dishes.
Consider pairing it with a juicy steak, roasted lamb, or a hearty beef stew.
For a more unconventional pairing, try it with a rich and savory blue cheese or aged cheddar, which complement the wine’s robust flavors.
For a vegetarian option, pair it with a hearty mushroom risotto or grilled eggplant with a balsamic glaze.
This wine is sure to enhance the flavors of any meal and provide a luxurious dining experience.
Stag's Leap Wine Cellars ARTEMIS Cabernet Sauvignon review: What's its alcohol content?
Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars ARTEMIS Cabernet Sauvignon wine’s alcohol content is 14.5%.
In case you wonder about alcohol content or more precisely Alcohol By Volume, i.e. ABV, measure the alcoholic strength of a drink.
There is a direct relationship between the sugar left in the wine after the alcoholic fermentation has taken place, i.e. Residual Sugar or RS, and ABV.
During alcoholic fermentation, the yeast transforms the sugar in the grape juice into alcohol.
Grapes with high residual sugar will therefore produce dry wine with a high ABV.
How many calories are in a glass of Stag's Leap Wine Cellars ARTEMIS Cabernet Sauvignon wine?
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture [1] a 5-ounce glass will contain about 120 to 130 calories.
Alcohol contains 7 calories per gram. So a wine with high ABV will have higher calories per glass than wine with low ABV.
Furthermore, sugar contributes to the calorie count.
A dry wine will usually have 4 calories per gram vs a sweet wine that will have around 20 calories per gram of carbs, which include sugar.
What is Stag's Leap Wine Cellars?
Here is an extract from the Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars website:
“Our signature style has often been described as “an iron fist in a velvet glove,” a reference to the artful balance between ripeness and restraint, softness and structure, that yields Napa Valley wines of exceptional beauty and long life.
Achieving that style requires a level of attention to detail found only among the world’s best and most dedicated wine producers.”
Conclusion
Indulge in the exceptional with Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars ARTEMIS Cabernet Sauvignon.
This full-bodied wine is a true masterpiece of Napa Valley winemaking, with its rich and complex aroma profile and bold and luxurious flavors.
Whether you’re a fan of Napa Valley wines or a wine connoisseur, this wine is sure to impress.
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable wine experience.
Once you had it, we’d love to know your opinion, so reach out and let’s know what you think! Enjoy!
