Stags Leap District Winegrowers Releases
11th Appellation Collection on October 1, 2007
from Napas Neighborhood for World-Class Cabernet

The Ultimate Collection for the Cabernet Connoisseur

STAGS LEAP DISTRICT, Napa, CA (August 2007) - Stags Leap District Winegrowers Association releases the 11th anniversary case of its limited edition Appellation Collection, the only appellation association in the U.S. to offer a compilation of cabernet sauvignon from its distinguished member wineries. A perfect addition to ones wine cellar or holiday gift for the wine lover, this special collection of fifteen cabernets, limited to 300 cases, will be available from October 1, 2007 through November 30, 2007.

Since its debut in 1997, the collection has evolved from a mixed case of Bordeaux-based varietals to a complete collection of estate cabernet sauvignons. As a more accurate barometer for the consumer to evaluate terroir "apples to apples", this year, the Stags Leap District is proud to be a step closer to offering a case representing a single varietal from a single vintage 13 of the 15 cabernets are from the 2003 vintage.

The Appellation Collection provides a unique opportunity to taste the power and grace, lush fruit and soft tannins that are hallmarks of the Stags Leap District, says Nancy Bialek,

Executive Director of the Stags Leap District Winegrowers Association. The case continues to be one of the most sought-after tasting opportunities among wine enthusiasts.

The 2003 Collection includes one cabernet sauvignon from each of the following Stags Leap District Winegrowers' member wineries: Baldacci Family Vineyards, Chimney Rock Winery, Cliff Lede Vineyards, Clos Du Val, Hartwell Vineyards, Ilsley Vineyards, Malk Family Vineyards (labeled Griffin Vineyards), Pine Ridge Winery, Regusci Winery, Shafer Vineyards, Silverado Vineyards, Robert Sinskey Vineyards, Stags' Leap Winery, Steltzner Vineyards and Taylor Family Vineyards.

Detailed winemaker tasting notes and additional information regarding the District accompany the Collection.

The 2003 Appellation Collection is $1,200 per case plus shipping. 7.75% tax applies to California sales. The Appellation Collection is available only through the Stags Leap District Winegrowers Association.

Consumers interested in purchasing the collection may contact Stags Leap District Winegrowers Associations Executive Director Nancy Bialek at (707) 255-1720 or visit the associations Web site at www.stagsleapdistrict.com.

ADDITIONAL FACTS:
The 2003 Appellation Collection includes one bottle each of the following Stags Leap District designated wines:
Baldacci Family Vineyards, 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon
Chimney Rock Winery, 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve
Cliff Lede Vineyards, 2003 Poetry
Clos Du Val, 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon, Oak Vineyard
Hartwell Vineyards, 2003 Estate 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Ilsley Vineyards, 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon
Malk Family Vineyards (labeled Griffin Vineyards), 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon
Pine Ridge Winery, 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon
Regusci Winery, 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon
Robert Sinskey Vineyards, 2003 RSV Cabernet Sauvignon
Shafer Vineyards, 2003 Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon
Silverado Vineyards, 2003 SOLO
Stags Leap Winery, 2003 The Leap Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
Steltzner Vineyards, 2003 Reserve Barrel Select Cabernet Sauvignon
Taylor Family Vineyards, 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon

Availability: October 1 November 30, 2007
300 cases (Limited Edition)

Sold exclusively by the Stags Leap District Winegrowers Association

Contact Executive Director Nancy Bialek at (707) 255-1720 or
order online at www.stagsleapdistrict.com

Price: $1,200.00 / case plus shipping + 7.75% sales tax applies in California

Shipping:Shipping within CaliforniaOutside of California as allowable by law. Please inquire.

Brochure and detailed winemaker tasting notes accompany each case

The only collection of cabernet offered by an American Viticultural Appellation Association

The Stags Leap District Winegrowers Association is a non-profit organization of vintners dedicated to the betterment of its grapes and the recognition of the Stags Leap District as a pre-eminent Cabernet Sauvignon producer. The Stags Leap District Winegrowers Association is comprised of 15 wineries, in alphabetical order: Baldacci Family Vineyards, Chimney Rock Winery, Cliff Lede Vineyards, Clos Du Val, Hartwell Vineyards, Ilsley Vineyards, Malk Family Vineyards (labeled Griffin Vineyards), Pine Ridge Winery, Regusci Winery, Shafer Vineyards, Silverado Vineyards, Robert Sinskey Vineyards, Stags Leap Winery, Steltzner Vineyards, Taylor Family Vineyards and Terlato Family Vineyards. A new Visitors Guide is now available for those interested in exploring the appellation