2003 Shafer Cabernet Sauvignon Hillside Select

Estate: Shafer Vineyards

Region: Stags Leap District, Napa Valley, California, United States of America

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Tasting Note:August 25, 2017

Last of the blind red wines at this quarter's S&E Wine Club, which for red was either Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc or Merlot from either Rutherford or Stags Leap District. Thanks Dad!

Deep and dark ruby red. Tons of sweet spices and black fruits on the nose, so rich. Heavy tannins (7.6/10) and literally melts in your mouth. Well rounded and integrated throughout. Tons of blackberries, cinnamon, and vanilla on the palate, some cigar box too. Full bodied and long finish. Stunning wine as always.

Drink Dates:

2017 till 2030.

Rating:

95 points.

Price Point:

$$$$$ - $313.00.

Shafer Vineyards, Cabernet Sauvignon, Hillside Select, Red Wine, Stags Leap District, Napa Valley, North Coast, California, United States of America, Cult Wine, S&E Wine ClubGreg Ballington2003, Shafer Vineyards, Cabernet Sauvignon, Hillside Select, Stags Leap District, Napa Valley, North Coast, California, United States of America, Red Wine, Cult Wine, Elias Fernandez, $$$$$, 95 Points, S&E Wine ClubComment