Shafer Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Stags Leap District 750mL

Shafer Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Stags Leap District
Cabernet Sauvignon | ~15% ABV | 750 mL | Napa Valley, California | Estate-Grown & Aged 32 Months in New French Oak

Process & Profile

Shafer Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon is the flagship wine of Shafer Vineyards, produced entirely from select hillside vineyard blocks surrounding the winery in Napa Valley’s Stags Leap District. These rugged slopes feature shallow volcanic soils that yield small, intensely flavored berries. After hand-harvesting and fermentation, the wine is aged for approximately 32 months in 100% new French oak barrels before bottling. The result is a rich, structured, and deeply expressive Cabernet that exemplifies the strength and elegance of Napa Valley terroir.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Cassis, blackberry, dark plum, cedar, and violet with subtle graphite and vanilla.

• Palate: Full-bodied and layered, showing ripe black fruit, espresso, cocoa, and mineral-driven tension.

• Finish: Long and polished with fine tannins, dark chocolate, and lingering oak spice.

What Makes It Special

• Produced exclusively from estate hillside vineyards in the Stags Leap District AVA.

• Aged for 32 months in 100% new French oak barrels, giving texture and longevity.

• One of Napa Valley’s most collectible Cabernets, known for consistency and cellar potential.

• Crafted from small, concentrated hillside berries delivering power and depth.

• A benchmark wine, repeatedly acclaimed for its balance, age-worthiness, and distinctive sense of place.

How to Enjoy

Decant for 60 minutes before serving to open up its layered aromas. Serve at 60–65°F in a large Bordeaux glass to highlight its structure and fruit purity. Perfect with prime rib, lamb, venison, or aged hard cheeses. This wine ages beautifully for 20–30 years, gaining complexity and refinement over time.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Shafer Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon?
   It’s the flagship Cabernet Sauvignon from Shafer Vineyards, sourced entirely from hillside vineyards in the Stags Leap District.

2. What is the alcohol content of Shafer Hillside Select?
   It’s typically bottled around 15% ABV, depending on the vintage.

3. How long is it aged?
   Aged for about 32 months in 100% new French oak barrels.

4. Where is Shafer Hillside Select produced?
   It’s produced at Shafer Vineyards’ estate in the Stags Leap District of Napa Valley, California.

5. Where can I buy Shafer Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon?
   You can purchase it directly from The Barrel Tap, a trusted retailer offering fine and collectible Napa Valley wines.