2012 Harlan Estate The Maiden Napa Valley California USA Wine Tasting Note
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Dusty, earthy nose, with just a hint of truffle in the background. Silky textures, freshness and a long, youthful finish that keeps you focused. Give this a few more years to develop. 3,652 Views Tasted Sep 5, 2016Deep in color, with licorice, black coffee, smoke, earth, blackberry and boysenberry on the nose. The medium/full bodied, elegant wine is soft, forward and open for youthful pleasure, with a dusty, ripe, sweet, lush, black cherry character from start to finish. 4,701 Views Tasted Sep 22, 2015 |
When to Drink Harlan Estate, Anticipated Maturity, Decanting Time
Harlan Estate is much better with at least 8-12 years of aging in good vintages. Young vintages can be decanted for 3-4-5 hours if desired. This allows the wine to soften and open its perfume.
Older vintages might need very little decanting, just enough to remove the sediment. Harlan Estate offers its best drinking and should reach peak maturity between 10-20 years of age after the vintage.
Serving Harlan Estate with Wine, Food, Pairing Tips
Harlan Estate is best served at 60 degrees Fahrenheit, 15.5 degrees Celsius. The cool, almost cellar temperature gives the wine more freshness and lift. Harlan Estate is best served with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised and grilled dishes.
Harlan Estate is also good with Asian dishes, hearty fish courses like tuna, mushrooms and pasta.