Cade Howell Mountain Napa Cabernet 2019

On the nose are aromas of cola, blueberry, red cherry, coco nibs, baking spices, and dried cranberries. The wine has flavors of boysenberry, black cherry, elderberry, dark chocolate, clove, and licorice. The wine finishes with some bramble, amaretto, and dried blue/black fruits. The wine has classic Howell Mountain structure and tannin, big and bold but balanced in approach. The cooler 2019 vintage produced wines with higher perceived acidity and lots of red fruit flavors and aromas.87% Cabernet Sauvignon 5% Merlot 5% Petit Verdot 3% Malbec"The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate is even better, with a stunning nose of black and blue fruits as well as iron, black olive tapenade, and subtle herbal nuances. Pure 2019 goodness on the palate, it’s full-bodied, has ripe, polished tannins, a great mid-palate, and one heck of a finish. It’s not for those looking for old school Claret, but it brings beautiful richness and depth and will shine for at least 10-12 years as well." 95 Points Jeb Dunnuck