Shafer Vineyards

TD-9 Napa Valley Red Blend

9.230 ratings
9.33 pro ratings
Napa Valley, California, USA
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Pungent Cheese, Salami & Prosciutto, Hard Cheese, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Chicken, Turkey, Soft Cheese, Beans & Peas, Duck
Top Notes For
Sipping Fine Wine

The ’18 is a blend of a blend of 56% Merlot, 21% Malbec, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22 months on new French oak, blend changes each year. Deep Ruby with aromas of red fruits, sweet spice and smoky oak scents. On the palate flavors of black cherry, blueberry and plums with vanilla, licorice and cacao, lively acidity. Fine ripe round tannins, well balanced, long finish ending with fruit, tobacco and toasty earthy character. Outstanding!

The ’18 is a blend of a blend of 56% Merlot, 21% Malbec, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22 months on new French oak, blend changes each year. Deep Ruby with aromas of red fruits, sweet spice and smoky oak scents. On the palate flavors of black cherry, blueberry and plums with vanilla, licorice and cacao, lively acidity. Fine ripe round tannins, well balanced, long finish ending with fruit, tobacco and toasty earthy character. Outstanding!

May 13th, 2023
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9.2

The 2018 TD-9, Shafer's Merlot-based blend, is just as delicious from bottle as it was from barrel. Succulent dark red cherry/red plum fruit, licorice, spice, lavender and dried herbs are front and center. Readers will find a gorgeous 2018 that is ready to deliver plenty of pleasure from the get-go. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, March 2021)

The 2018 TD-9, Shafer's Merlot-based blend, is just as delicious from bottle as it was from barrel. Succulent dark red cherry/red plum fruit, licorice, spice, lavender and dried herbs are front and center. Readers will find a gorgeous 2018 that is ready to deliver plenty of pleasure from the get-go. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, March 2021)

Mar 5th, 2021
Heather Robinson

HWT - we always love Shafer and this will e didn’t disappoint . Beautiful rich flavor that went well with spicy pasta - $65

HWT - we always love Shafer and this will e didn’t disappoint . Beautiful rich flavor that went well with spicy pasta - $65

Mar 2nd, 2024
Jeannine Giordano

At il posto with fam

At il posto with fam

Aug 30th, 2022
Henry Fuseler

7/2022. Nice red blend from Shafer/Napa Valley. Dark in color with a big flavor. Paired well with the halibut at Hall’s Chophouse.

7/2022. Nice red blend from Shafer/Napa Valley. Dark in color with a big flavor. Paired well with the halibut at Hall’s Chophouse.

Jul 21st, 2022
Jocelyn Yard

69

Jun 27th, 2022
Martin Sher

Lovely! Dunno why I’ve never had this before. Velvety smooth.

Lovely! Dunno why I’ve never had this before. Velvety smooth.

Mar 2nd, 2022
Tanya Brown

SO Good!! 👌🏻

SO Good!! 👌🏻

Feb 5th, 2022
Christopher Severo

Paddock excellent smooth cab

Paddock excellent smooth cab

Dec 26th, 2021
AEL
8.8

Bottle #1 at Brian's for Xmas.

Bottle #1 at Brian's for Xmas.

Dec 25th, 2021