Lot 132
2018 Howell Mountain Cabernet

Opaque in the glass. Spice, black fruits, molten licorice and an amalgam of cherry kirsch and red rock define the gorgeous bouquet (sample was bottled yesterday May 19th and hasn't gone into shock yet). White flowers and acacia wood add dimension to the nose with air. Supple and fleshy on entry with chewy tannins supporting plump black fruit and mineral-driven earth notes with black cherry and cassis echoing throughout the long finish. Pretty open-knit style that will age nicely over the next 10-15 years but drink well in the near-term.