Stags Leap District S. Anderson Vineyard 1989
This 1989 white wine is an Estate Bottled Chardonnay from S. Anderson Vineyard. The estate-bottled designation indicates that the wine was entirely grown, produced, and bottled on the producer's own property. It was originally distributed by the importer CHRIS WINE and has an alcohol content of 13.5 percent.
The wine is crafted from Chardonnay, one of the most globally recognized green grape varieties. This grape is widely cultivated in several of the world's premier wine-producing areas, including California, Burgundy, Champagne, and Oregon.
The grapes originate from the Stags Leap District, a small yet prestigious American Viticultural Area located on the eastern side of the Napa Valley. The district is characterized by its volcanic soils and the cooling influence of the air flowing in from San Pablo Bay. Napa Valley itself, situated north of San Francisco, stands as the most prominent wine region in the United States. It features a sunny climate with diverse soil types and cemented its international reputation after its wines triumphed at the historic 1976 Judgment of Paris.
The history of the wine
Below, you can delve into the history of this wine — its producer, grape, area, and region.
Napa Valley
Napa Valley north of San Francisco is the United States' most prestigious wine region. It became world-famous in 1976, when Napa wines beat France at the celebrated Judgment of Paris tasting. Cabernet Sauvignon is the undisputed king, producing full-bodied, powerful red wines with ripe dark berries, cedar and soft tannins. A sunny climate and varied soils make the region a wine icon.
When this wine was made, the world looked very different. Here are some of the stories that unfolded while this bottle quietly aged in its cellar.
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Storage
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Opening
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Enjoyment
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