Shafer Cabernet Sauvignon One Point Five

Shafer Cabernet Sauvignon One Point Five – Episode #698

June 30, 2009

After recently trying the 2005 vintage, Gary Vaynerchuk tastes the 2004 Shafer One Point Five.

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Wines tasted in this episode:

2004 One Point Five Cabernet Sauvignon Stags Leap District

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September 9, 2009

ulu ulu ulu ulu
Familiarity breeds indifference. Appreciation for all things always – that’s the way. Don’t discrimin8.
August 20, 2009

Frank Hayden
Gary, nice show. My wife and I had the One Point Five the other day at a restaurant with a steak. What a nice paring. We went to the Shafer winery last year on vacation it’s an awesome place and I loved all the wines we tasted. Going back this year. Do you think the price of nice wines will drop in this bad economy? Frank
August 13, 2009

Robert Corder
Gary, Great show about a great winery. One of my favorites. I was recently able to get back on their mailing list. We absolutely love Hillside Select!!! Speaking of Napa wineries have you ever done a program on Bottle Shock, the movie/book? Really love your shows. Just haven’t seen all of them. Bob C
July 26, 2009

Dan-o
GV – I have always liked the Shafer product. I find some of them a bit pricey, but that is the market dynamic. Good show.

QOTD – We take for granted our freedom and all of the good things that we have. Don’t focus on money and toys, focus on your family – living, breathing, loving. You will be much happier.
July 12, 2009

kathyintex ( kathyd )
LOVE a TERRIFIC CLASSIC NAPA CAB – my favorite, when done right – balanced and elegant. The BEST!!

QOTD: What do I take for granted? Sadly, probably family – sometimes get so busy with everything else that family falls to the rear. Thanks for the reminder…
July 10, 2009

Karl B
Hi Gary,

I like Staglin – but I love Shafer. Been a fan of the Stag’s Leap District and Shafer products for a long time. The 1.5 is a great wine and probably the best value of the line-up. I agree with your review all the way.

QOTD – Sometimes I take for granted the love of my wife. I’m sure that it happens to all of us as we get wrapped up in our own worlds and the issues that lie within.

See you soon,
Karl B. (original Thunder Cruiser)
July 8, 2009

Jacob L.
GV, your descriptions are so vivid and imaginative that it seem to me I’m tasting the wine with you. Thanks for the amazing experience day in and day out.

QOTD: Living in this great country. My family is from China and Taiwan and for years there has been tension between the two regions. On top of that, northern china has been experiencing major violence. This has shown me how much I take the freedom and stability of the U.S. for granted, even in these turbulent economic times.
July 8, 2009

ProfessorB
I had the 2005 Shafer One Point Five last night, and it was just epic. I swear I could still taste it when I woke up this morning. If the 2004 is even better… wow. I have just got to track that down.
July 7, 2009

wyld
QOTD: My wife.
July 7, 2009

Neta
Gary you ROCK!

Totally agree with you – sometimes old school is best school!

Great show you have here, and yes you are changing the world of wine…
July 7, 2009

innA
Nice show – sometimes the one bottle episodes work really well.

Do you read the comments even when they are posted a few days after the show?

QOTD – without a doubt my sight, smelling and hearing.
July 7, 2009

bob c
Well, still out of my price range for cab….but when I hit the lottery…watch out..QOTD..prolly my job, like many others, my job has been downsized, and I don’t make what I used too, but it could still be much worse, so.. as much as I *itch about it, I am grateful for what I have.
July 7, 2009

James Watson
Loved the description of the Shafer, sounds yummy! Have never tried it but now I certainly will. Would love to see an episode with some Pahlmeyer Merlot, one of my all time favorites from the Napa Valley.

QOTD: My wonderful family and friends!
July 7, 2009

Carlitos
WOW! Nice balcony!

QOTD. Being able to do what I want. Buy the wine I want. Have my wife understand me the way I am. We are so privileged!
July 6, 2009

Jeff Wiener
Gary V…I love your shows. I, too, am a new poppa. My son Asher was born 5-19. I went to college with Ian Schafer. I’m learning so much about wines from your shows. I really like the shows that don’t go for 20+ minutes — I can sneak them in at work when I’m taking a respite. One quick quibble — the new rating format makes it really difficult to search for wines. Anything you can do to bring back the old format? Best, Jeff
July 6, 2009

Dennis Nestor
QOTD: Unfortunately many days I take breathing for granted.
July 6, 2009

Chippewamike
Nice show. Liked the relaxed feel. Also love all the information.

QOTD: Unfortunately, I tend to take my family for granted. Lots of time I get more than I give. Have to work on that!
July 5, 2009

Kristen
I thought this was so fun to watch! Loved you in your natural habitat…

QOTD – my spouse and kids. When I catch myself doing it, I try to slow down and appreciate every second.
July 5, 2009

Mia
Hey Gary, right there with you with Shafer. We were there a couple of years ago for a tasting and met John Shafer. Beautiful winery and beautiful wine.

QOTD: All the priveleges I have had in my life, looking back, it’s been a great ride.
July 5, 2009

SteveM
Just got back from Napa/Sonoma and agree they are producing great wines in that area; many are so fresh and pure its hard to believe. I agree we in the US often take these great wines for granted. I sensed a little concen during my visit; I think many of the wineries are hurting from this horrible economy. Let’s hope even the little guys can weather the storm; I would hate to lose some of the “under the radar” prducers making great wine.
July 4, 2009

JenB
You had me giggling with the steak description. It’s fun watching you really enjoy a wine. The wine I’m drinking now:Hartford Zin 2006. Yum. Cheers!
July 4, 2009

Mr Mike
I take for granted the friendship of my top 20 or so friends and my siblings, because I can. Even when I inevitably mess up, there are still there for me, and of course vice versa
July 4, 2009

Jim in Atlanta
QOTD – We have so much that we take most things for granted. You just need to read about what is happening in the world to see that we are blessed.
July 4, 2009

Mark
Thanks for a great show. Always wondered why my older Shafer cabs didn’t have the 1.5 distinction. Now I know.
July 4, 2009

JCS
Great show….a few years ago you did a show about the differences in Wine Spectator and Wine Enthusiast. I thought of it when I bought a bottle of 2005 Beaulieu Vineyard Napa Cabernet the other day. Wine Enthusiast gave it 90 pts. and Spectator gave it 78 pts. Personally, I think Spectator dropped the ball big time. So, my question is, would you do another show about this? Really enjoyed the last one.

QOTD: My family, my health…really, life in general sometimes.