Steltzner Vineyards, founded in 1964 by Richard Steltzner in the Stags Leap District of Napa Valley, pioneered Cabernet Sauvignon planting inspired by neighbor Nathan Fay. The estate supplied grapes for iconic wines like the 1972 Clos Du Val Cabernet Sauvignon from the Judgment of Paris and Joseph Phelps' inaugural Insignia. Now producing their own vibrant, terroir-driven estate wines shaped by local soil, climate, and culture over 50+ years.

Stags Leap District pioneer Cabernet Sauvignon Terroir-driven estate wines 50+ years in Napa Valley
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Claret
A harmonious blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc with rich fruit flavors.
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Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
A bold and structured wine with notes of blackberry, cassis, and oak.
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Estate Merlot
Soft and approachable with plum and chocolate undertones.
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Silver Medal, San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition 2020 2020