Harlan Estate — Napa Valley, California, USA

Founded in 1984 by H. William “Bill” Harlan, Harlan Estate is one of Napa Valley’s most iconic and prestigious wineries. Conceived with the ambition to create a wine that could stand alongside the world’s greatest estates, Harlan Estate has become a benchmark for luxury Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, renowned for power, balance, and exceptional longevity.

Located in the western hills of Oakville, the estate spans approximately 240 acres, with around 40 acres planted to vines. The vineyards benefit from diverse elevations, exposures, and soil types, contributing to remarkable complexity and depth. Sustainable and regenerative farming practices are central to the estate’s philosophy, ensuring harmony between the vineyard and its natural environment.

Harlan Estate produces a single, estate-grown red wine, predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon, blended with small amounts of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot depending on the vintage. Each wine is crafted with meticulous attention to detail, emphasizing terroir expression, structure, and long aging potential, with many vintages capable of evolving gracefully for decades.

Production is extremely limited, and the wine is released primarily through an allocation-only mailing list, making it one of the most sought-after collector wines in the world. Harlan Estate consistently receives top critical acclaim and is widely regarded as a symbol of excellence in modern American winemaking.

The winery operates as a private, invitation-only estate and is not open to the public for tours or tastings. Harlan Estate remains family-owned and is currently stewarded by the next generation, continuing its legacy of craftsmanship, vision, and uncompromising quality.