Red wine

Shafer Vineyards, Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon 2002

RRP £300

I can’t get to grips with this nose: sweet, juicy red berry top notes, then some Christmas fruit. It seems very evolved, an impression that is carried through on a meaty, savoury palate. The tannins are fresh, open, fine and juicy; the palate all deep dark layers. Is it a bit hot on the finish maybe? This was the first time they filtered less, Shafer says. ‘There’s a hint of riding the edge of ripeness.’