Discover one of Napa Valley’s most celebrated Syrah bottlings: Shafer Relentless Syrah 2018, a powerful, age-worthy red that pays tribute to Shafer’s commitment to uncompromising quality. Named in honor of longtime winemaker Elias Fernandez’s relentless pursuit of excellence, this iconic wine has earned acclaim from collectors and critics alike.

Tasting Note
Deep, inky purple in the glass, the 2018 Shafer Relentless opens with an explosive nose of blackberry compote, ripe plum, smoked meat, and cracked black pepper, layered with hints of espresso, graphite, and dark chocolate.

On the palate, it is full-bodied and intensely concentrated, with lush flavors of black cherry, blackcurrant, and savory notes of bacon fat and black olive tapenade, balanced by vibrant acidity and robust yet polished tannins. The finish is long, complex, and spicy, unfolding with lingering notes of mocha, crushed stone, and dried herbs.

Critical Acclaim
⭐ Wine Advocate – 97 POINTS
“Absolutely stunning. A dense, powerful wine with layers of black fruit, charcuterie, licorice, and Asian spices, balanced beautifully by fresh acidity and fine-grained tannins. A benchmark Syrah with the depth and structure to age gracefully for two decades.”

⭐ Jeb Dunnuck – 96 POINTS
“Another knockout Relentless. Full-bodied, seamless, and opulent, it shows remarkable purity and freshness, with blackberry liqueur, cracked pepper, and violet notes. Long, vibrant, and utterly captivating.”

⭐ Wine Spectator – 94 POINTS
“Rich and dynamic, offering polished flavors of dark berry, smoked sage, and cracked pepper that build toward refined tannins on the long finish.”

Food Pairing
Perfect with slow-cooked short ribs, chargrilled ribeye, lamb shanks, venison, or hearty mushroom risotto. Its bold flavors also shine alongside aged hard cheeses.