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Shafer Red Shoulder Ranch Chardonnay 2021

HED91328 75cl 14.9%
Shafer Vineyards` Red Shoulder Ranch Chardonnay is a highly regarded wine from their portfolio. The fruit is exclusively sourced from their Red Shoulder Ranch vineyard located in the Carneros region of Napa Valley. It is known for its exceptional quality and expression of Chardonnay. The 2021 vintage combines aromas of ripe tropical fruits, citrus, and floral elements, along with hints of vanilla and toasty oak. On the palate, the wine offers a luscious and creamy texture, with flavours of apples, pears and tropical fruits, complemented by well-integrated oak.
2021
White
California, United States
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Shafer

An icon of modern winemaking in the Napa Valley, Shafer Vineyards was founded in 1972 by John Shafer, who left a career in publishing to pursue his passion for oenology in California. John and family moved into an estate in Stag's Leap District and began work re-establishing vineyards on the surrounding land. Around five years later, the first Cabernet Sauvignon was produced and it was clear that John had a natural talent for winemaking. Since then, the portfolio has expanded to include Merlot, Syrah and Chardonnay-based wines to name but a few - quality is high across the board and the team pay close attention to preserving varietal character across all bottlings.

John sadly passed away in 2019 and the winery is now managed by his son Doug - a graduate of UC Davis. Doug continues his father's work in partnership with Elias Fernandez, assistant winemaker at Shafer Vineyards. Their flagship wine is Hillside Select, produced using 100% Cabernet Sauvignon and aged for 32 months in new French oak.

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