95-97 Points – Billy Norris
black pepper and eucalyptus
is currently run by Gerardo Méndez
camphor and balsamic tones and fresh redcurrants
2022 Dunn, Howell Mountain, Napa Cabernet Sauvignon 95-97 Points – Billy NorrisThe 2022 Howell Mountain estate, built entirely on Cabernet Sauvignon, was aged up to 32 months in 84% new French oak. The bouquet on this powerhouse is strikingly fresh, with a savoury richness reminiscent of cured black truffle charcuterie and a hint of bacon fat, lifted by dried rose petals, wild fennel, salted dark chocolate, walnut, and loamy earth. On the palate, soaring tannins frame a wine that is at once succulent, juicy and medium to full