2022 Shafer Vineyards TD-9 750ml

Experience the spirit of adventure and the rich viticultural heritage of Napa Valley with the 2022 Shafer Vineyards "TD-9" at VS Liquor. This 750ml cuvée is named in honor of the 1950s International Harvester TD-9 tractor that John Shafer famously taught himself to drive when he founded the estate in 1973. While historically a Merlot-based blend, the 2022 vintage marks a sophisticated evolution, led by 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, supported by 18% Merlot, 4% Malbec, and 3% Petit Verdot. Sourced from estate vineyards and trusted Napa growers, this "entry-level" powerhouse is aged for 18 months in 100% new French oak barrels. The result is a wine that delivers the signature Shafer generosity and "liquid velvet" texture, capturing the vibrant energy of a growing season that culminated in a harvest of rich, elegant fruit.

Whether you are seeking a meaningful 3-year anniversary gift for a 2025 celebration or a high-scoring Napa red (95 Points, Wine Enthusiast; 94 Points, James Suckling; 91 Points, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate) to pair with grilled steaks or braised short ribs, our online purchase system makes ordering effortless. Take advantage of our reliable home delivery service to have this 15.3% ABV masterpiece brought directly to your door. In the glass, it reveals a deep garnet-purple color. The bouquet is highly aromatic, offering irresistible scents of fresh black cherries, black currant, and red plum, accented by notes of thyme, rose petal, and cocoa. On the palate, it is lush and mouth-filling, delivering layers of ripe dark fruit and savory spices supported by approachable, well-managed tannins and a long, perfumed finish of graphite and warming oak.

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