Harlan Estate
Red
Napa Valley
2006
Vintage
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Where it is, September 2026
At Peak: inside the peak window (2013-2034), within the full drinking arc.
This bottle is in its peak window through 2034, with a drinking horizon to 2043.
The ‘06 Red.
Harlan Estate Red 2006 is a Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, United States.
Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline
Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.
The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.
Tasting note
Harlan Estate Red 2006 has a full body, balanced acidity, and firm tannins.
The 2006 vintage
Harlan Estate's 2006 Red is a Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, United States.
About Harlan Estate
Harlan Estate's Red is a Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, United States.
From the cellar: pair with
Rib-eye cap with green peppercorn sauce
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Grilled duck breast with pomegranate molasses
The wine's balanced acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Manchego and serrano ham tapas
The pairing leaves room for the wine's firm tannins.
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Frequently Asked
What is Harlan Estate Red 2006?
Harlan Estate Red 2006 is a Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, United States.
What does Harlan Estate Red 2006 taste like?
Harlan Estate Red 2006 has a full body, balanced acidity, and firm tannins.
When should Harlan Estate Red 2006 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2011-2043. Within that arc, the peak window is 2013-2034. The full arc is the broader period the wine may drink well; the peak window is when it is most likely to show its best balance. Storage, fill level, cork condition, and preference can shift the decision. Taste before adding more air or holding the rest.
What pairs with Harlan Estate Red 2006?
Pair this wine with Rib-eye cap with green peppercorn sauce; Grilled duck breast with pomegranate molasses; or Manchego and serrano ham tapas.