2011 Shafer Vineyards

2011 Shafer Hillside Select – Stags Leap District Icon The 2011 Shafer Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon is the flagship bottling from one of Napa Valley’s most revered estates. Produced exclusively from the rugged hillside vineyards of the Stags Leap District, this wine epitomizes the elegance, concentration, and longevity that have defined Shafer’s legacy. Even in the cooler 2011 vintage, Hillside Select displays remarkable depth and balance, proving why it is among Napa’s most collectible California Cult Wines. Tasting Notes The 2011 opens with expressive aromas of blackberry, blueberry compote, and lavender, underscored by notes of tobacco, cedarwood, and graphite. On the palate, it delivers ripe black fruit with accents of espresso, licorice, and a touch of smoke. Silky yet firm tannins provide structure, while a long, mineral-driven finish highlights its hillside terroir. Winemaking & Vineyard Details Hillside Select is sourced entirely from Shafer’s estate vineyards in the