1989 Shafer Cabernet Sauvignon Hillside Select

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Score 91/100 · Drink 2014-2022, Robert Parker, Dec 2014

The first wine of a new era, the 1989 Shafer Cabernet Sauvignon Hillside Select is the finest produced since the debut vintage in 1978. It still reveals a deep ruby/plum/garnet color to the rim as well as notes of graphite, cedarwood, blackcurrants and forest floor. Medium-bodied with excellent richness, soft tannins and an authoritative finish, it was a revelation in a vintage I generally do not find appealing.

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91
91/100

Robert Parker

16
16/20

Jancis Robinson MW

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16 points
Jancis Robinson MW
Score 16/20 · Drink 2003-2007, Jancis Robinson MW, Jun 2003

Very, very deep crimson. Blackish. Not especially ripe. Velvety tannins. Still quite youthful. Chewy. (JR)

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Red

Under the law of Hong Kong, intoxicating liquor must not be sold or supplied to a minor in the course of business. 根據香港法律,不得在業務過程中,向未成年人售賣或供應令人醺醉的酒類 。
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