1973 Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars S.L.V Cabernet Sauvignon 750ml

Description

The 1973 Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars S.L.V. Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the most historically significant wines in American history. As of 2026, it remains a rare and highly sought-after collector’s item.

• Historical Significance: This wine famously won the 1976 Judgment of Paris blind tasting, where it was ranked above top French First Growth Bordeaux. This victory is credited with establishing Napa Valley as a world-class wine region.
• Current Value: For a 750ml bottle in excellent condition, market prices in 2026 range from approximately $10,000 to $14,000.
• Composition: It is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, aged for 21 months in 100% new French oak.
• Tasting Profile: Collectors describe it as a bold and structured red with notes of blackcurrant, violets, dark chocolate, and cedar.

Due to its age and historical status, bottles are extremely limited. Authenticity, storage history, and fill level (ideally into the neck) significantly impact the value of individual bottles. A bottle is currently part of the permanent collection at the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of American History.