2021 Cabernet Sauvignon, Howell Mountain

$160 / 750ml

Our 30th Anniversary bottling! To properly celebrate the occasion, Cornerstone Cellars was pleased to source from the site and vintner that inspired our first vintage: Dunn Vineyards.

There’s nothing like the brawny power of Cabernet Sauvignon crafted from mountain fruit, and this is the perfect example of that. First swirl of the glass reveals classic Howell Mountain aromas of succulent red, black and blue fruit with hints of sage, dried herbs and licorice. First sip reveals a concentrated full-bodied core that is layered with youthful fruit flavors and earthy/mineral accents. The finish lingers with integrated tannins and balanced acidity. This gorgeous wine is showing beautifully now but should evolve over the next 25 years.

 

Releases April 2025
SKU: CS21HMWL
VINTAGE

2021
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.