The 1995 Shafer Hillside Select is still youthful, and would benefit from further another 10-20 years of cellaring. Saturating aromas of burnt brown sugar, toffee, cherry liqueur, blackberries, blueberries, graphite and dark chocolate round out the nose. In the mouth, its big and brawny, endowed with firm, ripe tannins, and vibrant acidity—that narrowly prevents a total plunge into velvety darkness. The intensity and concentration of fruit is over the top. A powerhouse from start to finish. 14.1% ABV — 10 years ago
Big and chewy. If you appreciate a full load of tannins this is your choice. The fruit is not the main feature. Lots of chocolate and some sweeter vanilla notes. — 11 years ago
Smooth and silky. Great Cab. Chocolate and vanilla. Not overly complex or oaky. — 10 years ago
This is my go to red blend, that's very affordable! It's rich, velvety, with a chocolate undertone. A tad sweet, but very delicious! — 11 years ago
Like drinking chocolate — 10 years ago
Earth and chocolate. Smooth well balanced Cab. WBA — 11 years ago
Black berries, plum, light, chocolate, spicy finish. — 12 years ago
Nicholas Stoeberl
A Birthday Delicacy — 10 years ago