Lot 338
DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 2003 (1) WA 95
DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 2004 (1) WA 94
DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 2005 (1) WA 94
DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 2006 (1) WA 95
DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 2007 (1) WA 97
DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 2009 (1) WA 96+
DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 2010 (1) WA 95
DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 2013 (1)
Lot 338 Details
DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 2003 (1)
Napa Valley.
u. bn. cracked wax capsule.
Rich with surprisingly soft tannin, this dense plum/ruby/purple-colored 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon exhibits lots of briary mountain fruit, blackberries, blueberries and cassis, outstanding purity, full-bodied power and nicely integrated tannin. There is no evidence of toasty oak to be found in this beauty from Randy Dunn. Drink it now or cellar it for 15+ years. It finished at 13.8% natural alcohol. WA 95
DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 2004 (1)
Napa Valley.
u. bn. cracked wax capsule.
Reticent but promising blackberry and black currant fruit as well as licorice aromas jump from the glass of this inky/purple-colored 2004. It reveals impressive richness, power and purity, but is still an adolescent in terms of its evolution. WA 94
DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 2005 (1)
Napa Valley.
u. bn.
Dense purple in color and still looking like a barrel sample, the 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain has a nice, cedary, new saddle leather-infused blackcurrant richness, outstanding purity, medium to full body, sweet tannin and a layered, lush texture. June 2015 WA 94
DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 2006 (1)
Napa Valley.
u. bn. cracked wax capsule.
The 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain is big, dark and juicy. There is an element of wildness that runs through the wine. Graphite, licorice, tar and smoke are just some of the nuances that add complexity. The 2006 boasts superb purity from start to finish. Elements of fleshiness give the impression the 2006 might drink well relatively early, until the massive tannins set in. Floral notes add freshness on the finish. December 2011 WA 95
DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 2007 (1)
Napa Valley.
u. bn. scraped label. cracked wax capsule.
The 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain is unlike any wine I have ever tasted from Dunn. Layer after layer of flavor saturates the palate in this opulent, full-throttle Cabernet Sauvignon. The 2007 possesses dazzling textural richness, depth and sheer intensity. Anticipated maturity: 2017-2037. WA 97
DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 2009 (1)
Napa Valley.
u. bn.
The 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain has more energy and focus than the Napa Valley bottling. Iron, graphite, red fruits, dried flowers are some of the many notes that take shape in this deep, complex, powerful wine. I imagine the 2009 will still be spectacular at age 30. Anticipated maturity: 2019-2039. December 2012 WA 96+
DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 2010 (1)
Napa Valley.
u. bn. scraped label.
The flagship wine comes from their high elevation vineyards on Howell Mountain. The 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain possesses stunning minerality as well as sweet notes of ink, acacia flowers, blueberries and blackberries. Thick, unctuously textured and full-bodied with terrific concentration and density, it should drink well for two decades. October 2014 Drink: 2014-2034 WA 95
DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 2013 (1)
Napa Valley.
u. bn.