2015 La Jota Howell Mountain Cabernet

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Score 92/100 · Drink 2025-2030, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Nov 2025

The 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon is in great shape today. Macerated cherry, mocha, espresso, licorice and menthol flesh out in the glass. Soft and very inviting, the 2015 has developed nicely. Hints of tobacco, cedar and dried herbs linger. This juicy, extroverted Cabernet has aged impeccably.

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97
97/100

The Wine Advocate

91
91/100

James Suckling

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95 points
James Suckling
Score 95/100 · James Suckling, May 2019

This is a rich and tannic young red with blackberries, blueberries and currant bush. Some fresh basil. Full-bodied, chewy and impressive. Burly and fun. Needs at least three or four years to soften.

93 points
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 93/100 · Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Dec 2018

The 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the most distinctive wines in this range from La Jota. Powerful and vertical in feel, the 2016 offers quite a bit of energy. A rush of blueberry jam, dark chocolate, licorice and grilled herbs give the wine its drive and pure power, while savory overtones add lovely aromatic complexity. (AG)

97 points
The Wine Advocate
Score 97/100 · The Wine Advocate, Oct 2018

A blend of 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Cabernet Franc, 7% Malbec, 5% Merlot and 3% Petit Verdot, the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain is deep garnet-purple colored and features gregarious crème de cassis, black cherry preserves and baked plums with touches of Indian spices, cigar box and charcuterie. Full, firm and decadently fruited, it has a fantastic foundation and very long, layered and expressive finish. (LPB) 97+

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La Jota
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Red

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