2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Howell Mountain

$130 / 750ml

The birthplace of Cornerstone Cellars in 1991, and the flagship wine in our portfolio ever since, it’s an understatement to say Howell Mountain holds a special place in our hearts. Grown at high elevation high above the fogline resting over the valley floor, our expression of Cabernet Sauvignon captures what is wonderful about this region.

QTY
SKU: CS18HMWL76
VINTAGE

2018
VARIETAL

Cabernet Sauvignon
APPELLATION

Howell Mountain
ALCOHOL

14.6%
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The growing region that launched Cornerstone Cellars in 1991, sitting just above the fog line. Howell Mountain is defined by its elevation and the rich, red volcanic soils creating wines of intensity, concentration, and longevity. A limited release.

Cornerstone Cellars has been making Cabernet Sauvignon from Howell Mountain since our inaugural vintage in 1991. The 2018 vintage produced a wine with classic Howell Mountain characteristics. Deep in color with dark garnet-purple hues and expressive aromatics of black currents and a hint of dried herbs. The entry is full and ripe, with youthful vibrance and lush texture. On the palate this full-bodied wine offers black ripe fruit flavors intermingled with the nuanced earthiness that defines mountain fruit. Complex and thought-provoking this beauty is ready now but would benefit with a little time in the cellar.

A purist expression of Howell Mountain, this Cabernet Sauvignon is big and bold suggesting a dish equally as intense would make a great pairing. We like nut crusted lamb chops with garlic and herbs, and the almost cliché dry-rubbed grilled ribeye.