Shafer 'Relentless' Napa Syrah 2018

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.

Grape Varietals: 89% Syrah, 11% Petite Sirah

Wine Region: Napa Valley, California

Tasting Notes The wine opens with grilled meat, black pepper, roast almonds, and baked earth. On the palate, the wine is mouth-filling and soul-satisfying with vivid flavors of black pepper, wet stone, blueberry, and black tea. The finish is lengthy and its underlying acidity and ripe, structured tannins means it is built for long term age-ability.

Food Pairing: Pan-Fired Ribeye Steak

Ratings: 

• Jeb Dunnock 98/100
• James Suckling 97/100
• Tasting Panel 86/100