Relentless 2018

Shafer Vineyards, tech sheet (hentet 17. okt. 2026): 2018 Relentless – 76% Syrah, 24% Petite Sirah; AVA: Napa Valley; alkohol 15.8%; fadlagring: 30 months in 100% new 60-gallon French oak barrels (Allier & Tronçais). Vinmarker (producentens tekst, engelsk): Ridgetop and foothills sites along the Vaca Mountains just south of Stags Leap District Brix ved høst (producentens tekst, engelsk): 24.0° - 26.0° Om vinen (producentens tekst, engelsk): Napa Valley Celebrating the 20th Anniversary Vintage of Relentless Om vinen (producentens tekst, engelsk): 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. Om vinen (producentens tekst, engelsk): 2018 Growing Season A lengthy, cool, steady growing season created ideal conditions for the fruit to hang on the vine a long time in the summer sun developing rich color, alluring aromas, and luxuriant flavors. Om vinen (producentens tekst, engelsk): Winemaker’s Comments “The ideal 2018 vintage has produced a Relentless that balances richness and vivacity. There’s heft and structure along with mouth-coating flavors that go on and on. Uncork this bottle and you’ll find layers of blackberry compote, red and black spice, dried black fruit, black tea, tobacco, and earthiness. All this liquid midnight comes with an undercarriage of ripe tannin that promises much more beauty and opulence in the decades ahead.” — E l i a s F e r n a n d e z