2014 Robert Craig Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain
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The 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain comes from an elevation of nearly 2,300 feet, from a vineyard planted in red volcanic, rocky soils. Rich, full-bodied, and possibly the star of an impressive line-up of wines, this is a blend of 88% Cabernet Sauvignon and 12% Merlot. Strikingly rich, opaque purple in color, with mulberry, boysenberry, blackberry, graphite and flowers, the wine is rich, chewy, full-bodied, multi-layered, and just a sensational example of Howell Mountain. Sadly, most Napa Howell Mountain Cabernets of this quality sell for $200-plus, but this one is available for under $100, which is to the credit of the folks at Robert Craig. This is 25- to 30-year wine, although there’s no harm in drinking it sooner.
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Robert Parker
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The 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain) is another superb wine from Robert Craig. Deep, inky and unctuous, the 2014 strikes a compelling middle ground of richness, intensity and structure. Inky blue/purplish fruit, menthol, spices, lavender and mint flesh out in a super-expressive Cabernet endowed with real class. The Howell Mountain Cabernet stands out for its persistence, but the huge tannins need time to soften.