Harlan Estate – The Maiden 2011 – Napa Valley USA

Harlan Estate The Maiden 2011 is the estate’s second selection, a softer Oakville Bordeaux-style red with black cherry, savory detail and a mature, supple texture.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon-led Bordeaux-style red blend
• Region/Appellation: Oakville, Napa Valley, California, USA
• Vintage: 2011
• Special Note: Second selection from Harlan Estate
• Style: Dry, medium- to full-bodied and mature red

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

Sweet black cherry is joined by caramel, vanillin and savory notes. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, supple and soft, with a mature, approachable texture.

❤️ Why We Love It

• A softer, more immediately evolved expression of The Maiden
• Black cherry is layered with caramel, vanillin and savory detail
• Supple texture preserves the estate’s polished character in a mature frame

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Roast duck
• Strip steak
• Braised beef
• Aged cheeses

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors who prefer mature Napa Valley reds with softer tannins
✓ Harlan Estate drinkers seeking an approachable second-selection vintage
✓ Fans of developed aromatic complexity over youthful fruit intensity
✕ Not ideal if you prefer very firm, tightly structured young reds