94 PTS WILFRED WONG. Almost a complex wine at such an early stage, the multifacted '98 Stag's Leap Cask 23 offers wonderful aromas and flavors of black fruits, sweet earth and herbs. (2008-2018)
Slow cooked beef or lamb
Cabernet Sauvignon's tannins and dark fruit balance the fatty, savory meat.
Spicy beef chili
Cabernet Sauvignon's full body and tannins stand up to hearty meat dishes.
Simply grilled poultry
Cabernet Sauvignon pairs well due to its bold structure balancing grilled flavors.
Crispy rich pork cut
Cabernet Sauvignon's bold tannins cut through the rich, fatty pork belly.
Slow roasted beef rib
Cabernet Sauvignon's bold tannins complement the rich, fatty prime rib.
Sliced roast beef sandwich
Cabernet Sauvignon's bold tannins complement the rich roast beef flavors.