Dunn Vineyards Howell Mount Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

The 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain showcases a pleasing density, presented in a medium-bodied style that is notably more approachable than typical offerings from this region. A rich array of dark Howell Mountain fruit, graphite, grilled herbs, licorice, spices, chocolate, and lavender notes unfold in a deep, resonant Cabernet. While it already displays complexity, this wine will benefit from a few more years of bottle aging to reach its full potential. It retains the structured backbone that Dunn is known for, but with less of the youthful austerity, making it more accessible early on—a welcome characteristic.