Harlan Estate Napa Valley 2004

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Harlan Estate
Label Name:
 
Napa Valley
Vintage:
 
2004
Country:
 
United States
Region:
 
Oakville, Napa Valley, California
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14.5%
Grape(s):
 
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
5
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
5
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
5
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Robert Parker / The Wine Advocate 98; Wine Enthusiast 98; Wine Spectator 97. highly collectible and frequently receives top scores

Tasting Note
Dense, full-bodied Cabernet with blackberry, cassis, dark chocolate, cedar, graphite, violets and truffle. Very concentrated, with polished yet powerful, tightly-grained tannins and an enduring, savory finish.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled ribeye, roasted lamb, beef bourguignon, aged cheddar; Asian: Peking duck, Korean BBQ (bulgogi/galbi), soy-braised short ribs, char siu, beef rendang.

Production Method
Small-lot fermentations with extended maceration; matured predominantly in new French oak (approx. 24–30 months); bottled unfined and unfiltered. Native-yeast fermentations and careful barrel selection employed.

Vineyard Info
Founded by Bill Harlan in 1984; estate sits on 240 acres in western Oakville with ~40 acres planted. Harlan Estate aims for a ‘California first-growth’ style; limited production (~1,800–2,200 cases) and long cellar potential.