Bond Vecina Napa Valley 2002

Bond Vecina Napa Valley 2002 is a powerful Cabernet Sauvignon from Bill Harlan's single-vineyard estate project in the rocky western hills of Oakville, Napa Valley, California, showcasing mountain terroir intensity and refined structure.

Critic tasting note: (2002 vintage)

"Structured, firm, fresh style here, with a complex nose of smoke, licorice, tobacco, black cherry and blue fruit. Ripe fruits and length, full bodied and concentrated, with freshness and complexity, this is drinking just great today. 96 Points" - Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider

Robert Parker The Wine Advocate (97/100)

"Intense aromas of mint, fine leather and ripe cherries emerge on the nose of the 2002 Vecina, which comes from a site near Harlan Estate, in the western hills of Oakville. It's full-bodied, supple and charming, with a long, long finish. While mature, it's in no danger of going off a cliff anytime soon.

Bill Harlan's Bond offers five single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignons from different portions of the Napa Valley, meant to represent the valley's "grand crus." While the vineyards aren't owned by Harlan, the team has great influence on the farming. Winemaking is by Cory Empting, who also makes the Harlan and Promontory wines." - Reviewed by: Joe Czerwinski

Tasting Profile

Mature garnet-brick hue with aromas of black cherry, cassis, earth, spice, graphite, tobacco, and mountain herbs. The full-bodied palate delivers dense concentration, sappy minerality, fine-grained tannins, and a long, brooding finish.

Key Traits

• Body: Full and structured yet harmonious, with masculine depth and savory complexity.

• Aging: Peak drinking now through 2047 (98+ RP); pairs with aged beef, venison, or wild boar.

• Terroir: Steep Mayacamas slopes yield earthy, spicy power overlooking Oakville Corridor.