The Stags Leap District Winegrowers will present House of Cab Phoenix, an exclusive tasting event celebrating the depth, nuance and age-worthy structure of the region’s world-renowned Cabernet Sauvignons.
Taking place from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, at the historic and boutique Hermosa Inn in Paradise Valley, this immersive experience brings the elegance of Napa to the desert with rare access to some of the most acclaimed producers in the Stags Leap District, according to a press release announcing the event.
Guests will taste limited-production, estate-grown Cabernets and more from a prestigious lineup of wineries, including Baldacci Family Vineyards, Chimney Rock, Cliff Lede Vineyards, Pine Ridge Vineyards, Quixote Winery, Shafer Vineyards, Silverado Vineyards, Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars and Stags’ Leap Winery.
“Each cabernet reflects the unique terroir of the district’s volcanic soils and cool valley breezes — hallmarks of its signature balance, power and refinement,” according to the press release.
A centerpiece of the event will be a special tasting of the 2022 Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon: A Collaboration — a rare, limited-release crafted jointly by participating wineries.
“This exclusive bottling captures the collective excellence of the region and will be presented during a guided session, ‘To Decant or Not to Decant,’ led by Riedel’s decanter master,” the release continued. “Guests will explore how proper decanting elevates the tasting experience and will leave with a Riedel crystal cabernet glass as a keepsake.”
Food pairings from LON’s at the Hermosa, curated by Chef Brian Peterson, will enhance each pour with a culinary perspective that complements the wines’ complexity and elegance.
Tickets are $125 and include all tastings, food pairings, the Riedel glass, and access to limited bottle purchases. Tickets and event details can be found at stagsleapdistrict.com/HouseOfCabPhoenix.