Dunn Vineyards Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon 1987

Dunn Vineyards Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon represents one of two labels produced by the Dunn Vineyards estate in the Howell Mountain AVA, a relatively cool, dry appellation which rises above the fog of the Napa Valley. The winery was established by Randy Dunn - the former winemaker at Caymus - in 1979. Typically matured for for around 30 months in French oak barrels (40% new) , this is a powerful structured wine that only reveals its true dimensions after patient cellaring. "One of the most gracious and polished wines in this tasting, the 1987 Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain is laced with bright red berries, spices, liquorice, tobacco and smoke. The flavours remain lively throughout, but the wine`s mid-weight structure suggests it is best enjoyed over the next 10-15 years. What a beautiful and unexpected surprise the 1987 has turned out to be." Vinous, 2014