The 2023 Shafer TD-9 Cabernet Sauvignon is a classic Napa Valley wine that delivers vivid red and black cherry flavors on a big, broad texture with fine-grained, structured tannins. Upon pouring, it opens with aromas of violets and crushed blueberries, leading into a full but not heavy palate of black plums, cocoa, and a spicy tobacco leaf note. The blend, which includes significant Merlot for generosity, offers a juicy, rich profile with a great acid backbone that balances the dark fruit. While it rivals the intensity of Shafer’s legendary One Point Five, TD-9 is more approachable and refined, making it an excellent dinner partner right now.
Serve this wine at 16–18°C and pair it with grilled short ribs or roast lamb with rosemary to let the fat soften the tannins.
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