Lot 146
HARLAN ESTATE 2003 (1) WA 98+
MAYBACH FAMILY VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON MATERIUM 2005 (1) WA 94
Lot 146 Details
HARLAN ESTATE 2003 (1)
Napa Valley.
u. bn.
Its dense opaque plum/purple color is accompanied by a sumptuous bouquet of graphite, camphor, creme de cassis, smoky barbecue wood and a hint of forest floor. Similar flavors hit the mouth with full-bodied splendor, a multidimensional mouthfeel and texture, and the sensational finish lasts more than 45 seconds. Some tannins are still present, and this wine seems much younger than expected at ten years of age, so give it 4-5 more years of bottle age and consume it over the following 20-25 years. June 2013 Drink: 2017-2042 WA 98+
MAYBACH FAMILY VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON MATERIUM 2005 (1)
Napa Valley.
u. bn. scraped label
Named after the super-luxury car of the same name, the extraordinary 2005 Materium (614 cases) has more in common with a first-growth like Chateau Margaux than a Napa Cabernet Sauvignon. It boasts a deep ruby/purple color along with a striking bouquet of blue and black fruits intermingled with acacia flowers, lead pencil shavings, and licorice, excellent fruit, medium to full body, substantial but sweet tannins, and compelling harmony among its acidity, alcohol, tannin, and extract. This sensational 2005 eclipses even the brilliant 2004. It should easily last 25 or more years. December 2008 Drink: 2008-2033 WA 94