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Tasting notes
Score 90/100 · Drink 2002-2006, Robert Parker, Aug 2002

The 1999 Firebreak is showing far better out of bottle than it did from barrel. This big red's (14.9% alcohol)dark ruby/garnet color is followed by sweet notes of saddle leather, cherry jam, and candied strawberries. This soft, round, plush, and hedonistic offering will drink well for 3-4 years. Tel. (707) 944-2877; Fax (707) 944-9454

Critic scores

Critic scores
90
90/100

Robert Parker

About the producer

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Shafer Vineyards

The site of Shafer has been around since 1880, and grapes continued to be grown here, even during prohibition. It is said that some wine was made here during that time. In 1972, John Shafer bought the property in the Stag’s Leap district, he immediately began planting the Cabernet on the hillside.

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Grape Blend

Cabernet Sauvignon

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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