COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon
PRODUCER
Shafer Vineyards
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Shafer Vineyards Hillside Select is a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon originating from select hillside vineyard blocks within the Stags Leap District AVA of Napa Valley. The wine's creation was driven by the recognition of superior grape quality from these specific sites. Shafer Vineyards, established in 1972, is known for its commitment to producing wines with elegance, richness, and balance, employing sustainable farming practices. The Stags Leap District's unique volcanic soils and climate are integral to the character of the grapes used in this wine. The 2019 vintage benefited from a long, sunny summer, contributing to the wine's color and aromatic profile.
ALCOHOL
15.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Sourced from specific estate blocks on rugged, volcanic hillsides.
Fact 02
Aged for 32 months in 100% new French oak.
Fact 03
Production is limited to approximately 2,400 cases.
Fact 04
The winery is 100% solar-powered.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Shafer Vineyards Hillside Select is crafted exclusively from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. Following harvest, the wine undergoes fermentation, with details on specific yeast strains or temperature control not provided. A significant aspect of its production is the extended aging process, where the wine spends 32 months maturing in 100% new French oak barrels. This meticulous approach to oak selection and aging is a hallmark of the wine's development. Shafer Vineyards also highlights its commitment to sustainable viticulture, including the avoidance of chemical sprays, the use of cover crops, and operating a 100% solar-powered winery.
