2014
Howell Mountain 1.5L

Cabernet Sauvignon
SKU: RMCSHM1446

Our powerful boldest premium reds, dark, age-worthy wines of substance. Regardless of their grape, these heavyweights are barrel-aged and quite concentrated in flavor.

FOOD PAIRING: These big reds perform best with rich, high-protein foods such as AGED CHEESES & RED MEATS and work brilliantly with RICHER, BOLDER SAUCES too.

$340
Description

The grapes for the Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon were sourced from a single vineyard in the highly coveted area of Cold Springs Road. The volcanic soil has excellent drainage and the grapes were harvested from a shadier side of the vineyard to avoid over exposure to the sun.

Tasting Notes
Appearance: 

A lovely dark color.

Aroma: 

Our 2014 Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon opens with mulled spice aromas with a nice minerality.

Palate: 

Flavors of currant, elderberry and a touch of white pepper. This is a very structured wine with nice firm tannins that will age gracefully over the years.

Winemaking
Vintage Notes: 

All Clone 4, the grapes were harvested on October 12 and fermented on the skins for 44 days with pump overs twice daily. After native fermentation, the wine was gently pressed, racked and aged for 19 months in 44% new French oak barrels. Tightly grained French oak barrels slowly impart their oak to wines for a consistent, well-rounded aging process while yielding subtle oak influences to the Cabernet Sauvignon.

Tech Notes
  • Appellation: Howell Mountain, Napa Valley
  • Varietal: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Alcohol: 15%
  • pH: 3.85
  • TA: 5.9 g/L
  • Aging:
    • 19 Months in French Oak
    • 44% New oak
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Pairs Well With
Meats & Fish:
Beef or Lamb Stew
Cheese & Nuts:
Hard Cheeses