2008 Harlan Estate Napa Valley Bordeaux Blend

SKU #1107749 98 points James Suckling

Outer quote mark I am speechless. I love the pure aromas of currants, blackberries, minerals and mint -- eucalyptus too. Full body yet so refined and beautiful. Subtle complexity. Great length. Give it two or three years to come together, but hard to hold back. Inner quote mark (6/2011)

96 points Wine Advocate

Outer quote mark Espresso, mocha, dark red berries, rose petals and spices are some of the many notes that emerge from the 2008 Harlan Estate. The wine fleshes out beautifully in the glass as it shows off its class and true pedigree. This is a decidedly ripe, forward vintage, but in exchange the wine will drink well right out of the gate. (AG) Inner quote mark (12/2011)

96 points Wine Spectator

Outer quote mark Deliciously ripe, complex and aromatic, yet tight and closed, with dried currant, loamy earth, mocha, cedar, blueberry and plum flavors. The impressive finish shows detailed flavors and nuances. Full-blown, yet not as ripe as some Harlans. *Collectibles* (JL) Inner quote mark (11/2011)

95 points Int'l Wine Cellar

Outer quote mark Pure, mineral-driven aromas of plum, licorice and flowers. Creamy and plush yet at the same time vibrant and penetrating; a real essence of floral, minerally Cabernet in the mouth but a baby today. Most impressive on the subtle, mounting finish, which features noble tannins and outstanding persistence. This will be splendid, but give it eight years of bottle aging. (ST) Inner quote mark (5/2011)

Jancis Robinson

Outer quote mark The bottle notes of ageing have begun to appear here showing delicious tobacco-leaf flavours accented by powdery floral and earthy elements. It is an intriguing perfume that carries nose through palate. There is nice integration here though also a bit less complexity overall. With pleasing savoury presence and a long, lightly grippy finish, this wine is drinking beautifully. 17.5/20 points (ECB) Inner quote mark (3/2020)


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