Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Fay Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 (750ML)

95 Points, James Molesworth, Wine Spectator: "Rich and caressing, with a lovely gilding of violet to its core of anise, boysenberry, blackberry and mulberry notes. The long, polished finish shows a suave kiss of toast. This gorgeous red is aimed at the hedonist crowd. Drink now through 2038..." 11/24

97 Points, Jeb Dunnuck, JebDunnuck.com: "The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Fay comes from a single vineyard in the Stags Leap District and is based on almost 100% Cabernet Sauvignon (there can be a splash of Cabernet Franc) that spent 21 months in new French oak. It's a sensational wine (as are all these 2021s from Stag's Leap Wine Cellars) that has full-bodied richness and depth, flawless overall balance, and complex notes of red and black fruit, crushed stone, spicy oak, iron, and liquid flowers. Concentrated, deep, and layered, with a regal, structured style, it needs to be forgotten for 5-7 years and will keep for 30+ years..." 01/25

98 Points, Elaine Chukan Brown , Wine Enthusiast: "Savory, generous and impressive, this icon wine from the famed Fay vineyard flows through the mouth with flavors of cedar, sage and thyme. Richly flavored, concentrated and mouthwatering, this is a wine to savor. An impressive balance of succulent tannins and juicy acidity brings energy and great length..." 11/24

96 Points, Jim Gordon, JamesSuckling.com: "This is tight, concentrated and youthful, harnessing power in a polished package. It goes deep in black fruit, espresso beans and 90% cacao flavors. Intricately woven with fine-grained tannins and a full body for a focused, linear expression that will carry it for decades to come. Not too tight to enjoy sooner, but best from 2029..." 09/24