Shafer Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

Shafer Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

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  • Vinous rating 99
  • The Wine Independent rating 98
Shafer Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
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HED28201

75 cl

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£325.00
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The Shafer Hillside Select 2021 is a representation of meticulous craftsmanship from Shafer Vineyards, established in 1972 in Napa Valley. This Cabernet Sauvignon displays a deep garnet hue. On the nose, aromas of dark cherry, blackberry and plum emerge, complemented by hints of tobacco, graphite and subtle herbal notes. The palate reveals a medium to full body, showcasing a firm structure with integrated acidity that balances the ripe fruit. A lingering finish offers layers of minerality and spice.
99 Vinous
The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Hillside Select is insanely beautiful. It's also one of the very finest wines I have ever tasted here. Bright, pliant and resonant, the 2021 offers a beguiling mix of Cabernet Sauvignon aromatics, generous fruit and gentle structure. The stylistic shift at Shafer has been remarkable—the 2021 is a great example. Red-toned fruit, blood orange, menthol, pine and sweet spice build into the eternal finish.Antonio Galloni1st December 2024
98 The Wine Independent
The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Hillside Select is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Deep garnet-purple colored, it needs a lot of shaking to bring out notes of crème de cassis, blackberry pie, and kirsch, leading to nuances of dried roses, star anise and cardamom with a hint of cigar box. The full-bodied palate is decadently concentrated with firm grainy tannins and great tension, finishing long with loads of exotic spices and mineral sparks.Lisa Perrotti-Brown8th January 2025

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A Family Tradition

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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