Stag's Leap Wine Cellars AVETA Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc Wine, 750 ml

Flavor Profile

• Aroma: Lemongrass, kiwi, tangerine, grapefruit juice, guava, dried herbs, and a hint of wet straw
• Taste: Vibrant citrus and mineral notes
• Body: Bright, refreshing acidity with smooth texture on the palate
• Finish: Beautifully savory and elegant finish

Specifications

• PH: 3.24
• Titratable Acidity: 0.66 G/100ml
• Fermentation: 67% Barrel; 33% Stainless Steel
• Malolactic Fermentation: None
• Barrel Aging: 6.5 Months Sur Lies; 88% Barrel Aged In Older French Oak
• Appellation: Napa Valley
• Aging: 70% stainless steel, 30% neutral French oak barrels for 6 months sur lies

Awards

• 92 points Wine Spectator in 2026
• 92 points Wine Enthusiast in 2026
• 92 points Vinous in 2025
• 92 points James Suckling in 2025
• Named a “Savvy Shopper” selection by Wine Spectator in April 2026

Serving and Storage Tips

AVETA Sauvignon Blanc is best served chilled to 45 – 55 degrees Fahrenheit. While white wine glasses are ideal to enjoy the tropical aromas and flavors of AVETA Sauvignon Blanc, you can enjoy this wine in a variety of glassware.

About AVETA

AVETA is named for a water goddess often depicted carrying fruit. It is a fitting moniker to express the vibrant fruit flavors and minerality of our Sauvignon Blanc which is crafted from fruit grown in the alluvial soils of our estate vineyards as well as other exceptional Napa Valley sites. While Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars began making Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc in the early 1980s, 2013 was the first vintage to carry the name “AVETA.”

Vineyards & Winemaking

Most of the fruit for the 2024 AVETA Sauvignon Blanc comes from vineyards in the Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley including our Danika Ranch estate vineyard, Bravo Zulu, and Ryan’s Vineyard. Fruit from Oak Knoll contributes a blend of spicy peach, guava, and grapefruit notes to the final wine. A quarter of the fruit comes from Rancho Chimiles Vineyard in Wooden Valley, a family-owned and operated farm that has provided fruit to Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars for over 50 years. Fermentation occurred at cool temperatures using a combination of stainless steel (70%) and neutral French oak barrels (30%). The wine was then aged on light lees for six months, with bi-monthly stirring to contribute a smoother texture.

History

Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars was established in 1970 with the purchase of the S.L.V. vineyard. Only six years later, the 1973 S.L.V. Estate Cabernet Sauvignon was awarded the highest honor at the Judgment of Paris blind tasting, besting First Growth Bordeaux Chateaux. This achievement solidified Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars and the Napa Valley as places that crafted world-class wines. Today, Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars is a quality benchmark for California Cabernet Sauvignon. It offers unrivaled Napa Valley wine experiences where guests enjoy first-rate hospitality and expansive vineyard overlooks that are perfectly paired with some of the most widely-recognized and coveted Napa Valley wines in the world.

Vintage

The 2024 season experienced 27.75 inches of rainfall, closely aligning with the five-year average of 24 inches. A cool spring gave way to warmer temperatures, with heat gradually intensifying through May and June. The average daily temperatures in 2024 surpassed those of 2023, marking this year as a warmer vintage overall. In contrast, 2023 was noted as the coolest vintage in the past decade. In July, just before veraison, a heat spike helped manage vine vigor and accelerated flavor development. As a result, both Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay, along with many Cabernet Sauvignon blocks, were harvested earlier and at lower brix levels than in previous years, due to this early flavor progression. The harvest of Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay occurred in rapid succession, followed by harvest of Cabernet Sauvignon from warmer sites. Overall, the harvest began and concluded three weeks earlier than the previous year. A brief cooling period in late September was succeeded by an extended heat event in early October, which led to an early conclusion of the harvest. This extended heatwave, with daily highs ranging from 94°F to 107°F, stressed the vines, yet they displayed remarkable resilience and sustained minimal cluster damage due to precise and timely irrigation management by our viticulture teams. The white wines from this vintage stand out with bright, vibrant flavors, characterized by crisp acidity and complexity. Similarly, the red wines enchant with their expressive profiles, elegantly framed by restrained tannins. This vintage embodies excellence, promising wines that will resonate with enthusiasts for years to come.