Shafer Merlot 2012

Shafer Merlot 2012

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  • Vinous rating 91
  • Robert Parker rating 88
Shafer Merlot 2012
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HED86127

75 cl

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£60.00
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Shafer Merlot 2012 is a premium red wine hailing from the Stags Leap District in Napa Valley. Composed predominantly of Merlot, the wine features a blend that includes Cabernet Sauvignon and a touch of Petit Verdot. On the palate, it offers flavours of ripe black cherry, plum and a subtle hint of herbal notes, alongside nuanced oak character from its ageing in French barrels.
91 Vinous
The 2012 Merlot jumps from the glass with brilliant red cherries, plums, flowers, spices and mint. With time in the glass the flavors blossom beautifully as the wine gains texture and resonance. Merlot still suffers from a less than stellar reputation in some circles, which is unfortunate. Few do it better than Shafer when it comes to capturing the fruit-driven exuberance of Merlot. Drink this juicy, resonant red over the next few years. Antonio Galloni1st December 2014

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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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