The 2016 Harlan Estate The Maiden is an exceptional wine that showcases the true pedigree of Napa Valley’s most iconic estate. Harlan Estate, located in the heart of the Oakville appellation, is renowned for producing wines of unparalleled complexity, power, and elegance. Known for its painstaking attention to detail, the estate crafts wines that reflect the unique terroir of its vineyards, which are planted on a variety of soils that range from rocky to gravelly, providing optimal conditions for growing Bordeaux varietals. The Maiden, a second wine of the prestigious Harlan Estate, offers a rare glimpse into the estate's winemaking philosophy, capturing much of the estate’s signature style but at a more approachable price point. The 2016 vintage is widely regarded as one of the finest in Napa Valley’s history, thanks to ideal growing conditions throughout the year. The season experienced a mild spring and summer, leading to a perfectly balanced harvest with concentrated fruit and excellent acidity. This vintage of The Maiden is a blend primarily of Cabernet Sauvignon, with smaller amounts of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot—each contributing to the wine’s structure, depth, and complexity. Like all Harlan wines, The Maiden is crafted with meticulous care, with minimal intervention to allow the purity of the fruit and the essence of the vineyard to shine. Aging took place in new French oak barrels, which impart a subtle but refined layer of spice and complexity.

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