Unabashed Shafer style shows itself in this full throttle Merlot, that maintains true varietal character if on the far ripe edge. Bold berry fruit has nice herb, spice and oak toast, and a touch of heat on the finish serves to brighten the flavors without intruding. Decant near term, or age a few years. Contains 14% Malbec and 8% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Shafer, Napa Valley (California) Merlot 2014
By Rich Cook