Shafer Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 1980

Shafer Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 1980

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75 cl

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Regular price  £258.00
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Shafer Vineyards is the highly respected winery located in the Stags Leap District of Napa Valley. It was founded in 1972 by John Shafer and has since become known for producing exceptional wines, particularly Cabernet Sauvignon. This release showcases the resilience and skill of the winemakers during a difficult vintage. The wine exhibits characteristics typical of cooler vintages, with more restrained fruit flavours and a leaner structure. On the palate, expect notes of red and black currant, cherry and plum, accompanied by notes of cedar, tobacco, and earth. The wine has a balanced acidity, moderate tannins, and a medium finish.

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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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