Shafer Dedicates First Napa Syrah to its "Relentless" Winemaker

James Laube
Issue: March 31, 2002

Shafer Vineyards' staff members refer to their winemaker affectionately as their "junkyard dog" because of his tenacity. Now, to honor Elias Fernandez, the highly regarded Napa Valley winery is dedicating its first Syrah to him, calling it "Relentless.

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