2014 BOND Matriarch
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The 2014 Matriarch is pliant and seductive, all of which make it an excellent choice for drinking now and over the next few years. Super-ripe red cherry, plum, mocha and licorice all meld together in an open-knit, succulent Cabernet Sauvignon that reflects the mid-weight structure of the vintage. Stylistically, the Maiden is a bit more overt and succulent next to The Maiden, the second wine of Harlan Estate.
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Jeb Dunnuck
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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Moving to the 2014s, this vintage was compared to a combination of 2012 and 2013 by Bob Levy. The 2014 Matriarch functions as a second wine for the Bond releases, yet in 2014 it’s certainly beautiful in its own right. There are between 800-1,000 cases made so it should be easier to get your hands on it as well. Cassis, white flowers, spice, and hints of graphite all emerge from this full-bodied, rounded, polished, beautifully elegant 2014 that’s ideal for drinking over the coming 15+ years.
Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2014 Matriarch reveals a core of crushed blackcurrants and blackberries with lovely herb and floral nuances and an earthy/damp soil waft. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is well structured with grainy tannins and plenty of freshness, framing the vibrant black fruit and earth layers, finishing long.
The 2014 Matriarch is rich, supple and nuanced, with plenty of forward red cherry and purplish-toned fruit. Soft, open-knit and gracious, the 2014 should drink well pretty much right out of the gate. Even in the early going it is pretty showy.