12 Bottles Stag's Leap Wine Cellars ARTEMIS Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 750ml

Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, California

Notes from the Winemaker

The nose reveals rich aromas of dark fruits, tobacco, ripe figs, raspberries, and cherry compote, with a subtle hint of oak. On the palate, a silky mouthfeel leads into a long, savory finish, showcasing milk chocolate, dark cherry, and boysenberry notes.

Blend: 98% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1.5% Cabernet Franc, 0.5% Petit Verdot 

Reviews and Accolades

94 Points/Decanter
A blend of 98% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1.5% Cabernet Franc, and 0.5% Petit Verdot, aged for 15 months in 55% new French oak and 45% older French oak barrels. No matter the vintage, this winery consistently delivers. Artemis offers classic blackberry fruit, sagebrush, and loamy earth, with tobacco influences. Medium- to full-bodied on the palate, with precise, superfine tannins and layers of cherry, blackberry, graphite, and perfumed violets building toward a finish full of energy, drive, and tension. Ideal for enjoying on its own before a meal and throughout dinner. The tannins in this vintage are notably gentle and approachable, making it an excellent candidate for early drinking.

92 Points/James Suckling
A cool, slightly restrained expression gives an elegant spin to this dark-fruited, well-balanced and savory wine. Black cherries and blueberries, cocoa and graphite, tobacco leaves and iron flavors. Full-bodied but not heavy.

91 Points/Jeb Dunnuck
Based on 98% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1.5% Cabernet Franc, and a tiny splash of Petit Verdot that spent 15 months in 55% new French oak, the 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Artemis shows a deeper ruby/plum hue as well as beautiful aromatics of cassis, ripe black cherries, graphite, and spring flowers. It's medium-bodied and balanced on the palate, with a supple, elegant mouthfeel and nicely polished tannins. There's not a chance I'd guess this as a 2022 from Napa in a blind tasting. 

90 Points/Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Approximately three-fourths of the 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Artemis comes from Atlas Peak, where the Antinoris have a substantial vineyard. It's reasonably floral and fresh on the nose, with hints of violets alongside cherries and redcurrants. Full-bodied and round, it may lack a bit of richness and depth compared to the 2021, but it's a supple, easy-drinking effort that won't disappoint unless you're expecting single-vineyard quality.