ARTEMIS Gift of Legend

INTRODUCING ARTEMIS GIFT OF LEGEND

Your hunt for the perfect gift is over with the ARTEMIS Gift of Legend. Presented in an exquisite leather and velvet box, this gift includes a tissue-wrapped bottle of our 2023 ARTEMIS Cabernet Sauvignon along with a collector’s coin—an exclusive token that unlocks an extra display of our legendary hospitality when presented at the beginning of a visit to Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars. The commemorative coin is a rare and coveted item, adding an element of exclusivity and privilege to this already luxurious gift.

Our ARTEMIS Cabernet Sauvignon is named for the goddess of the hunt and represents our diligent search for the finest Cabernet Sauvignon grapes across Napa Valley. We’ve done the hunting for you to deliver the perfect elevated gifting experience.

VINEYARDS & WINEMAKING

The 2023 ARTEMIS Cabernet Sauvignon is an artful blend, named after the Greek goddess of the hunt, reflecting the winery’s pursuit of Napa Valley’s finest fruit. Winemaker Marcus Notaro has expertly crafted this wine from a combination of estate-grown grapes and selections from some of Napa Valley’s most renowned vineyards, including Atlas Peak, St. Helena, Coombsville, Wooden Valley, and the Stags Leap District itself.

The 2023 vintage is a blend of 98% Cabernet Sauvignon, with small amounts of Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Merlot adding complexity and structure. Aged for 15 months in 33% new French oak barrels, this wine was lightly filtered at bottling to preserve its vibrant character.

VINTAGE

The 2023 vintage could be the vintage of the decade. It is among the coolest growing seasons in Napa Valley in the past ten-plus years, resulting in wines that are exceptionally flavorful, expressive, and have strong potential to age for decades to come. Winter brought ample rainfall that filled reservoirs and enriched soils with lasting saturation. Cool conditions led to a later-than-average bud break in mid-April, with continued cold weather throughout bloom. Summer was a classic for Napa Valley. Warm sunny days combined with cool sea breezes in the late afternoon and evening persisted all season long, resulting in a slow and even ripening period. 

TASTING NOTES

The 2023 ARTEMIS Cabernet Sauvignon offers expressive aromas of ripe currants and Bing cherries, complemented by subtle hints of cedar, fresh tobacco leaf, and blackberry compote. On the palate, it is rich and flavorful, featuring a lively, well-balanced mouthfeel. Polished tannins coat the palate, delivering persistent flavors of dark chocolate and black currant. The finish is long and savory, characterized by depth and lingering complexity that encourages another sip.  

FOOD PAIRINGS

Enjoy this Cabernet Sauvignon with grilled tri-tip, braised short ribs, or pasta with wild mushrooms and prosciutto.