Shafer Firebreak - 1999 (750ml) Taurasi Palate: A soft entry leads

Palate: A soft entry leads to a round

and a stunning

but Springbank is the only distillery which malts 100% of its own barley

Pale gold in colour

and a smokiness that proceed the mellowing of wood sugars and oak

Shafer Firebreak - 1999 (750ml) Taurasi Palate: A soft entry leadsWhile others struggle to figure out Sangiovese, Shafer takes the lead to produce one of the most distinctive, noteworthy efforts in California. Tobacco, earth and cherry flavors, and a light, airy texture, mark the Sangiovese, whileCabernet Sauvignon adds currants and tannic structure. The result is complex, stylish and compelling. This surely is one of the best super Tuscans in the state, and perhaps anywhere. 93 Points Wine Enthusiast Rich and