2015 Shafer TD-9
Region: Napa Valley, North Coast, California, United States of America
Dark purplish ruby red. Dark and earthy nose with bramble berries, black currants, cinnamon and black pepper. Medium tannins (6.5/10) and medium to medium plus bodied. A touch spicy on the palate with layers of dark berries, spices, anise, plums, dark cherries, twigs, bark and cinnamon. Dry and long finish.
Third winery on our third day in Napa Valley is Shafer Vineyards located on the east side of the valley in the Stags Leap District. Second wine is their TD-9 with fruit coming from the estate vineyards. Made by Elias Fernandez and made up of 56% Merlot, 28% Cabernet Sauvignon and 16% Malbec.
2018 till 2026.
Price Point:
$$$ - Tasted at the wine estate. Retail price is $60.00.Deep purplish ruby red. Dark nose with blue fruits, sweet spices, cassis, touch of heat and some woodiness. Heavy tannins (7/10) and medium plus to full bodied. Lots of cassis, spices, cedar and a some more dark notes. Long and lingering finish.
2018 till 2024.
Price Point:
$$$ - Purchased from Calvert Woodly for $65.99.