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    Harlan Estate Bordeaux Blend Red 2018

    4.8 ★ · 223 Google Reviews
    • Napa Valley · California · Bordeaux Blend

      Harlan Estate 2018 — cassis, graphite and violets from one of California’s most sought-after names.

      Red WineNapa Valley2018 Vintage75cl14.5% ABVCellar-Worthy
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      The Wine

      Harlan Estate sits in the western hills of Napa Valley and has spent decades building a reputation that puts it among the most collected wines in California. The approach is Bordelais in spirit — a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, aged 24 to 30 months in French oak barrels.

      The 2018 pours a dense purple. What lifts it above sheer Napa power is the detail: cassis and blackberry at the centre, then graphite, crushed stone, violets and a curl of tobacco. Medium to full-bodied, it holds power and elegance in genuine balance, with a velvety texture, well-integrated tannins and a very long finish. A wine to keep, and to open for something that matters.

      Tasting Notes

      NoseCassis, blackberry and black cherry with graphite, crushed stone, violets, cedar and tobacco.
      PalateVelvety and layered — dark berries, chocolate and tobacco with earth and subtle spice.
      FinishLong and lingering, with spice and vanilla.

      Serve with: grilled ribeye, roast lamb, Wagyu beef, savoury mushroom dishes or aged cheeses.

      At a Glance

      Brand Harlan Estate
      Wine Type Red Wine
      Grape Variety Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
      Region Napa Valley, California
      Vintage 2018
      Alcohol Content 14.5%
      Bottle Size 75cl
      Ageing 24–30 months in French oak barrels
      Body Full-bodied
      Finish Long and lingering

      Questions

      Drink now or cellar?

      Both work — a long decant opens it beautifully today, and the structure supports many years of further development.

      How long should I decant it?

      Two to three hours for a wine of this concentration and age.

      What temperature should I serve it at?

      16–18°C. Serving too warm pushes the alcohol forward and flattens the aromatics.

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