This wine honors long-time Shafer Winemaker Elias Fernandez and his relentless pursuit of quality. Sourced from ridgetop vineyards adjacent to the southern border of Stags Leap District, the grapes for Relentless are a proprietary blend of Syrah and Petite Sirah.
The result is a bold, powerful Californian red blend with remarkable depth. Dark berries, black pepper, and a hint of smoked meat dominate the nose, while the palate is rich with blackberry, plum, and a touch of cocoa. The tannins are firm yet refined, leading to a long, savory finish. An absolute treat for lovers of robust, full-bodied reds. It is drinking beautifully now, showcasing its bold fruit and complex layers, but it also has excellent aging potential. With its sturdy structure and well-integrated tannins, this wine can be cellared for another 10-15 years.
Pair it with grilled lamb chops seasoned with rosemary and garlic or a roasted vegetable lasagna.
"Shafer are best known for their stunning Cabernet Sauvignon, but this wines shows the breadth of their skillful winemaking. It's a wine to celebrate life's greatest moments. Indulgent, without going overboard."
Shafer Vineyards has produced classic Napa Valley wines for more than 40 years. The vineyard and cellar teams, led by winemaker Elias Fernandez, cultivate more than 200 acres of Shafer-owned vineyards. The winery has a decades-long commitment to sustainability. Beginning in the 1980s Shafer embraced farming techniques that eliminate insecticides and herbicides, and carefully conserve water resources. In 2004 Shafer became the first winery in the U.S. to go 100% solar.
Fruit for this wine is sourced from Ridgetop and foothills sites along the Vaca Mountains just south of Stags Leap District. 2018 vinatege was a lengthy, cool, steady growing season created ideal conditions for the fruit to hang on the vine a long time in the summer sun developing rich color, alluring aromas, and luxuriant flavors. Aged for 30 months in 100% new 60-gallon French oak barrels (Allier & Tronçais)
USA, Napa Valley
Syrah/Shiraz
15.80%
75cl
Vegan
Lamb
Full Bodied
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