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The December 2025 Auction: Part 2
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Estimate: $150
Lightly scuffed label.
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"The incredibly consistent, high-quality Shafer Vineyards has turned out a gorgeous 2003 Merlot that is strutting its stuff at age ten. It will unquestionably hold on to life for another 5-10 years, but why wait? A blend of 82% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc and 8% Cabernet Sauvignon aged 20 months in French barrels, it displays a dark plum/ruby/purple color along with a sweet nose of berry fruit, toast, spice box, coffee bean and cassis. This luscious, round, medium to full-bodied, sexy wine is irresistible."
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"The incredibly consistent, high-quality Shafer Vineyards has turned out a gorgeous 2003 Merlot that is strutting its stuff at age ten. It will unquestionably hold on to life for another 5-10 years, but why wait? A blend of 82% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc and 8% Cabernet Sauvignon aged 20 months in French barrels, it displays a dark plum/ruby/purple color along with a sweet nose of berry fruit, toast, spice box, coffee bean and cassis. This luscious, round, medium to full-bodied, sexy wine is irresistible."
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