3 bottles per lot
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Harlan Estate--Vintage 1998
Napa Valley
In original wooden case
Tasting note: The 1998, which is a candidate for the "Wine of the Vintage," was produced from yields of 0.9 tons per acre. There are only 1,100 cases, and it is the first Harlan Estate to be composed of 100 Cabernet Sauvignon. A spectacular achievement, it boasts an opaque plum/purple colour as well as a sumptuous nose of espresso, mineral, blueberry, blackberry, tobacco, liquorice. Asian spice, and roasted meat smells. In the mouth, it is seamless, full-bodied, with an unctuous texture, gorgeously sweet tannin, and layer upon layer of concentration. This is a tour de force in winemaking. It is hard to believe that a wine such as this has emerged from 1998. Anticipated maturity: 2003-2030 Robert Parker, Wine Advocate #132 Dec 2000
3 bottles per lot
Napa Valley
In original wooden case
Tasting note: The 1998, which is a candidate for the "Wine of the Vintage," was produced from yields of 0.9 tons per acre. There are only 1,100 cases, and it is the first Harlan Estate to be composed of 100 Cabernet Sauvignon. A spectacular achievement, it boasts an opaque plum/purple colour as well as a sumptuous nose of espresso, mineral, blueberry, blackberry, tobacco, liquorice. Asian spice, and roasted meat smells. In the mouth, it is seamless, full-bodied, with an unctuous texture, gorgeously sweet tannin, and layer upon layer of concentration. This is a tour de force in winemaking. It is hard to believe that a wine such as this has emerged from 1998. Anticipated maturity: 2003-2030 Robert Parker, Wine Advocate #132 Dec 2000
3 bottles per lot
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