

With a vision to create world famous wines in the heart of Napa Valley, Robert Mondavi began his quest in 1966 by choosing the To Kalon Vineyard as his first endeavor. He wanted to pioneer a renaissance in the Napa Valley with his passionate and meticulous approach to eventually compete with the wines of Bordeaux. Residing in Oakville, Mondavi wines have continued to carry the torch as a true Cabernet Sauvignon based estate garnering consistently high scores from world renowned critics.
Robert partnered with Baron Philippe Rothschild of Mouton Rothschild in 1979 to create a Bordeaux-style blend in Napa Valley. The goal was create an exquisite and beautiful wine at first-growth quality from the fertile soils of Oakville. Opus One made the leap becoming one of the most sought after reds in the New World by consistently meeting wine lovers ever-growing expectations of quality.
The Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon Stag's Leap District 1997 is a distinguished red wine from Napa Valley, representing a benchmark vintage. Sourced from top growers in the Stags Leap District, this Cabernet showcases a blend of rich flavors, including black cherry, blackberry, and mocha, intertwined with notes of graphite and mint. The wine is characterized by its vibrant acidity and firm tannins, offering a structured yet harmonious profile. Aged in French oak, it displays a complex bouquet with hints of tobacco and earthiness, reflecting its high-quality terroir. This wine not only highlights the prowess of Robert Mondavi but also illustrates the potential of Napa's premium Cabernet production.
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