2023 Shafer "TD-9" Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
95JD
95JS
92VN
90-92RP
$79.95
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Jeb Dunnuck
Reviewed December 2025The 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon Td-9 is based on 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Merlot, 7% Malbec, and 7% Petit Verdot and aged 18 months in 100% new French oak. Cassis, redcurrants, leafy tobacco, and spicy wood define the aromatics, and it's medium to full-bodied, with a pure, layered mouthfeel and beautiful tannins. It shines for its purity and balance and shows outstanding length on the finish. This will keep for 20 years with ease. Drink 2025-2045.
Professional Reviews
95
James Suckling
A classic Napa Valley cabernet that shows vivid flavors of red and black cherries on a big, broad texture and full body. Fine-grained tannins add structure and shape on the palate, as brilliant raspberry and cranberry flavors meet bold and deep blackberry and blueberry notes. Drink now or hold. (JG)
92
Vinous
The 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon TD-9 is just as expressive as it was last year. Floral and savory notes open first in a mid-weight, delicate Cabernet Sauvignon that impresses with its approachability. TD-9 represents the more lifted, delicate side of Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. (AG)
90-
92
Wine Advocate
Shafer's 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon TD-9 was presented prior to bottling. It's a full-bodied, ripe, opulent style, supple and not overly tannic but still has enough backbone to partner a steak. Fruit-forward and dominated by black cherries and cassis, it finishes long and mouthwatering. For the price, it's a solid value and—with 10,000 cases expected to be bottled—probably the most likely to wind up on your local steakhouse's wine list. (JC)
Details
| Origin | Napa Valley, California, United States |
|---|---|
| Type/Varietal | Cabernet Sauvignon and Blends |
| Alcohol Content | 15.3% |
| SKU | 1997951 |