The Olympic mascots artwork plays a crucial role in the promotion and branding of the Olympic Games. These mascots, usually designed by local artists, serve as ambassadors of the event and represent the culture and spirit of the host country. The artwork of Olympic mascots often incorporates elements from the country's history, folklore, and natural surroundings. The main idea: The Olympic mascots artwork promotes the Games and represents the host country's culture and spirit..
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Cleo Pahlmeyer, daughter of Napa Valley s Jayson Pahlmeyer, came up with the idea to produce a stand-alone brand from the Wayfarer Vineyard on the Sonoma coast in 2012. Made from the younger vines of Harlan Estate, BOND, and Promontory , The Mascot shares a unique glimpse into the evolution of our winegrowing estates.
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The Mascot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California, 2017 (by Harlan Family)
Overview of the Wine
Although I grew up running around the winery, hand-turning de-stemmers, and eating grapes off the vines in our backyard, I never thought I’d discover my own passion in making wine. My family has been in the business longer than I’ve been around, but it was only a handful of years ago that curiosity led me beyond the event horizon of this world. It began with the experience of learning the complexities of blending wine in 2008, and progressed steadily until I found myself working in the cellar, handling barrel fermentation throughout the harvest of 2012.
The Mascot began early on as an experiment, after talking the family and winemaking team into sparing a few barrels of wine—produced from our younger vines—to explore a blend of my own. In the first few years, before it had a label or a name, it was just a wine shared with friends and family. It wasn’t until the 2008 vintage, our first official release, that we had enough to share with new friends.
Grape / Blend
Cabernet Sauvignon
Origin
Napa Valley, California
Winemaker's Tasting Notes
Made from the younger vines of Harlan Estate, BOND, and Promontory, The Mascot shares a unique glimpse into the evolution of our winegrowing estates. The Mascot began early on as an experiment, after talking the family and winemaking team into sparing a few barrels of wine - produced from our younger vines - to explore a blend of my own. In the first few years, before it had a label or a name, it was just a wine shared with friends and family. This cabernet is a hedonistic blend of power and balance; expressive and approachable early in its life, with potential to evolve well into the future. Ready to drink upon release, it will age for decades given the opportunity.
V intage 2017 proved to be one of those seasons that tests the mettle of both the winegrowing team and the vines. The exuberance of early spring was briefly disrupted by hailstorms, followed by heat waves that bracketed the summer months, elevating ripeness in the fruit. Despite these events, we took a calculated risk by waiting. Decades spent working these lands had encouraged us to exercise restraint, allowing the vines—even the young ones—to rely, wherever possible, on their own accumulated wisdom. Discipline rewarded us: as temperatures normalized, sugars rebalanced, acidity held, and harvest began not long thereafter. We are particularly fortunate to have produced The Mascot from fruit brought in before wildfires began in autumn. These adversities seem to have heightened the character of the wine, which emerged from the challenges with purity and poise—a testament to the pedigree of the sites themselves. The growing season’s relative warmth is absent in the glass, replaced by freshness and a piquant tension. The nose draws forward notes of red fruit and elements—earth, warm spice, leather—often deferred to the finish. Lithesome tannins and vibrant acidity attend a crystalline structure that is finely wrought and radiantly transparent.
Product size: 750ml
Made from the younger vines of Harlan Estate, BOND, and Promontory, The Mascot shares a unique glimpse into the evolution of our winegrowing estates. The Mascot began early on as an experiment, after talking the family and winemaking team into sparing a few barrels of wine - produced from our younger vines - to explore a blend of my own. In the first few years, before it had a label or a name, it was just a wine shared with friends and family. It wasn’t until the 2008 vintage, our first official release, that we had enough to share with new friends.
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Reviews for "Celebrating the Iconic Mascots of Past Olympic Games: An Artistic Perspective"
1. Sarah - 2 stars
I found the artwork of the Olympic mascots to be quite disappointing. The design seemed overly simplistic and lacked the creativity and vibrancy that I expected from such an important event. The characters looked bland and generic, failing to capture the spirit and excitement of the Olympics. I also felt that the color palette used was dull and uninspiring. Overall, I was left unimpressed by the artwork and hoped for something more visually striking and memorable.
2. John - 2 stars
The Olympic mascots' artwork fell flat for me. The characters lacked personality and were forgettable, making it hard to connect with them. I was hoping for mascots that would resonate with people of all ages, but these designs seemed more suited for a children's cartoon than a global event. Additionally, the artwork felt rushed and unfinished, with details that could have been better refined. I was left wishing for mascots that would truly represent the diverse and inclusive spirit of the Olympics.
3. Emma - 1 star
I have to say, I was sorely disappointed by the artwork of the Olympic mascots. The designs were unappealing and did not capture the essence of the Olympics. The color scheme was uninspiring and the characters lacked any sort of charm or uniqueness. It felt like a missed opportunity to create mascots that could have been a symbol of unity and excitement for people all around the world. The artwork simply failed to make an impression on me and left me feeling underwhelmed.