The Curse of the Mirror In myths and legends from around the world, the mirror often possesses a magical power, allowing it to reflect the truth, reveal hidden secrets, or even grant wishes. However, there is another side to the mirror, one filled with darkness and danger. This is known as the Curse of the Mirror. The Curse of the Mirror is believed to be a result of someone's vanity or greed, causing their reflection in the mirror to become an evil entity. This cursed reflection then wreaks havoc on the individual's life, bringing misfortune, suffering, and sometimes even death. Legend has it that once the curse takes hold, the reflection will take on a life of its own.
The Mascot Napa Valley 2019
A glimpse into the purity and precision delivered from the Harlan Estate family of wines is truly a sensory showcase through all their wines from the magnificent 2019 vintage, the 2019 The Mascot is pure magic!
The Mascot is a Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon made from distinct hillside vineyards, specifically the younger vines of BOND, Harlan Estate, and Promontory. It started out as a small project shared among the family, winemaking team, and close friends. Drawing fruit from blocks of recently replanted vineyards, The Mascot shares a glimpse into the evolution of its parent estates: a youthful snapshot of their future.
| Product Name | The Mascot Napa Valley 2019 |
|---|---|
| Winery | Mascot |
| Varietal | Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Wine Type | Red Wine |
| Spectrum of Style | Voluptuous |
| New World Region | Napa Valley |
| Size | 750 ml |
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The Mascot Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2018
The Mascot cabernet sauvignon – from the young vines of HARLAN ESTATE, BOND, and PROMONTORY – is about as head-spinning and delectable as Napa cab gets. If you want something special – but don’t want to shell out $500, $800, $1000, or more for one of the Harlan’s top tiers. this is just a fantastic option at a great price!
This wine was born from the Harlan family’s own table wine, which was made by the young vines of the Harlan and Bond estates, and created into a more friendly, softer style that wouldn’t require the years (decades?) of aging that their flagships all command. They came to love the wine so much they insisted that the winemaking team bottle some for release, and there you have it. The Mascot was born.
With a first vintage in 2008, this is still a relatively new project, and this 2018 vintage is fantastic! One of the best we’ve ever had, to be certain, with all the pedigree, power, and purpose that one would expect from the Harlan family of wines in the epic 2018 vintage. Napa cabernets across the valley soared in that pristine growing season, but these Harlan plots were just exceptional!
Promontory, for instance, took home 4, yes FOUR 100-point scores in 2018, with another two for Harlan, and a final 100-point score for Bond. The Mascot is never submitted for scores as a rule, but man… that is a pedigree that is simply impossible to ignore. We’re talking the same vineyards as the big boys (Harlan and Promontory’s estates, plus Bond’s Melbury, Quella, St. Eden, Vecina, and Pluribus!), with the enigmatic young phenom, Cory Empting, leading the winemaking, all aged for nearly 3 years in barrel, sourced from the 5-12 year old vines on the various properties. Another 18+ months in bottle brings this harmonious and transcendental beauty into perfect balance. Vastly delicious, deep, and complex wine with beautifully harmonious sweet blue and black fruits, graphite, mocha, cigar box spice, and a long, skin-tingling finish. It is everything one would look for in classy, bold, and supremely polished Napa cabernets.
PAIRING IDEAS: Pony up for a big ol’ cowboy ribeye on this beast. Sear it over an actual live fire, transfer to a skillet with thyme and a couple of cloves of garlic, and then baste and baste some more with butter. don’t be shy. You’ve earned this.
About the Producer
THE MASCOT is a small, exclusive, virtually all mailing-list-only Cabernet Sauvignon. We encourage you to Google the source wines for this blend (listed up top there) for more info and to peruse the vast amount of praise, history, and critical acclaim that these projects have achieved (our guess is, most of you are QUITE aware already). With an unrivaled commitment to excellence, they all rank among the finest wines being produced anywhere on earth. The Mascot project is spearheaded by Will Harlan (the second generation) and the winemaking team blends selected lots of Cabernet from these three brilliant properties to make a vastly delicious, deep and complex wine with beautifully harmonious sweet blue fruit, graphite, cigar box spice and a long, skin-tingling finish.
The Mascot Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2019
Since its inception in 2008, The Mascot has been the continuation of the Harlan family legacy. Will Harlan, Bill Harlan’s son, wanted to introduce the Harlan experience to a broader audience, and with the wine bug buzzing in his brain, he devised a plan. He spent years alongside the Harlan winemaking team (winemaker emeritus Bob Levy and winemaker Cory Empting) as they crafted the BOND, Harlan Estate, and Promontory wines through countless meticulous blending sessions. From these three wineries under the Harlan umbrella, the team isolates the best lots from adolescent, 5 to 12-year-old vines which are (by any definition) top-tier wines but which ultimately will not be blended into the final wines from those estates. From that unbelievable source material, the team has crafted another spectacular Cabernet Sauvignon of remarkable character, structure, charm, and superb aging potential for The Mascot. More accessible in both style and price, the Mascot provides a unique glimpse into the evolution of these revered wine-growing estates.
The 2019 will satisfy your palate with profound contentment, allowing you to relish your choice to stash a manageable amount away for prolonged enjoyment. Winter leading into the 2019 growing season delivered impressive rainfall (nearly 30 inches in the first four months) that lasted into May. The cool, wet spring delayed bud break; yet this respite in a sequence of mostly arid years imbued the young vines with renewed energy. The wine is beautifully supple with a broadly fanned aromatic spectrum and an effortless depth of fruit.
Legend has it that once the curse takes hold, the reflection will take on a life of its own. It may start by distorting the person's appearance in the mirror, causing them to appear uglier or more sinister than they truly are. Slowly but surely, the curse begins to manifest in the physical world, turning the individual's life into a living nightmare.
The cursed mirror reflection may manipulate the person's thoughts and emotions, driving them to commit heinous acts or become consumed by their own desires. It can also bring about a series of unfortunate events, leading the person to lose everything they hold dear - their job, their relationships, their health. The Curse of the Mirror is said to be unbreakable, as long as the person remains fixated on their own vanity or greed. Only by acknowledging their flaws, embracing humility, and showing genuine remorse can one hope to break free from the curse. Many cautionary tales and stories have emerged over the centuries, warning against the dangers of vanity and greed. They serve as a reminder that material possessions and outer beauty should never be prioritized over one's moral values and integrity. In our modern society, where social media and the constant pursuit of perfection dominate our lives, the Curse of the Mirror serves as a cautionary tale. It reminds us to look beyond the surface, to focus on what truly matters - our inner selves, our relationships, and our contribution to the world. Ultimately, the Curse of the Mirror is a reminder to be mindful of our own desires and to cultivate genuine self-acceptance and empathy. Only then can we break free from the clutches of the curse and find true happiness and fulfillment in our lives..
Reviews for "The Mirror Curse: A Curse or a Psychological Phenomenon?"
1. Anna - 1/5 stars - I was really disappointed with "Curse of the Mirror". The storyline was weak and predictable, and the acting was subpar. The characters were underdeveloped, and I couldn't connect with any of them. Overall, the film lacked originality and failed to hold my interest. I would not recommend it.
2. Mike - 2/5 stars - "Curse of the Mirror" had potential, but it ultimately fell flat for me. The pacing was slow, and the scares were nothing more than jump scares, which I found cheap and ineffective. The ending was unsatisfying and left me with more questions than answers. I was hoping for a thrilling horror experience, but unfortunately, this film didn't deliver.
3. Sarah - 2/5 stars - I found "Curse of the Mirror" to be a forgettable horror film. The plot was confusing and all over the place, making it difficult to follow. The special effects were cheap and cheesy, and it took away from the overall experience. The performances were lackluster, making it hard to feel invested in the characters. Overall, it was a disappointing watch and left me wanting something more engaging and well-executed.
4. John - 1/5 stars - "Curse of the Mirror" was a complete waste of time. The story was unoriginal and felt like a rehashed version of countless other horror films. The scares were predictable and didn't offer anything new or exciting. The acting was mediocre at best, and I found myself rolling my eyes more than feeling scared. Save yourself the trouble and skip this one.
5. Emma - 2/5 stars - I had high hopes for "Curse of the Mirror", but unfortunately, it fell short. The story lacked depth and failed to develop the characters in a meaningful way. The scare tactics were overused and became tiresome after a while. Additionally, the cinematography and editing were subpar, taking away from the overall visual experience. Overall, I was left underwhelmed and unimpressed by this film.