{"product_id":"dunn-vineyards-howell-mountain-cabernet-sauvignon-vertical-2013-2014-2015","title":"Dunn Vineyards Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon Vertical 2013 - 2014 - 2015","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis vertical set from Dunn Vineyards brings together three celebrated vintages of Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon: 2013, 2014, and 2015. It is a rare chance to experience Randy Dunn’s uncompromising vision of Napa Cabernet—deep, structured, and built for long-term cellaring, with a style that has remained refreshingly classic for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Dunn’s Howell Mountain Cabernet typically shows a dark, inky ruby to nearly opaque colour, hinting at its concentration and mountain-grown intensity. The bouquet is layered and restrained rather than flashy, with aromas of blackcurrant, cassis, dark cherry, graphite, cedar, dried herbs, and volcanic earth, often developing subtle notes of tobacco and leather with age.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is firm, focused, and powerful, yet never heavy. The fruit is compact and precise, wrapped in serious tannins and lifted by fresh mountain acidity, giving the wine remarkable balance and longevity. These vintages are made to evolve slowly over decades, with the 2013 and 2014 already showing exceptional critical acclaim, and the 2015 promising further development in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fruit comes from Dunn Vineyards’ Howell Mountain estate, planted at more than 500 meters above sea level on volcanic soils that naturally limit yields and preserve acidity. Cool temperatures and low crop levels produce small, intensely flavoured berries with strong tannic structure, while the elevated site contributes to the wine’s signature freshness and mineral edge. Vinification is traditional and restrained, with fermentation in stainless steel tanks, extended maceration, and about 2.5 years of maturation in French oak, mostly used barrels, so the vineyard character remains at the forefront.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a Cabernet Sauvignon that pairs beautifully with richly flavoured dishes such as grilled ribeye, dry-aged beef, lamb chops, braised short ribs, or roasted game. It also works well with aged hard cheeses and dishes with earthy components like mushrooms or truffle. Serve at 16–18°C, and decant for several hours if drinking young; older bottles may only need a gentle decant to remove sediment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDunn Vineyards was founded by Randy Dunn, one of Napa Valley’s great traditionalists, and has become a benchmark producer for classic mountain Cabernet Sauvignon. The winery is especially respected for preserving a style that values structure, freshness, and ageability over ripeness and extraction. Dunn’s Howell Mountain wines are among the region’s most sought-after bottlings, frequently earning top scores and a loyal following among collectors worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dunn Vineyards","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252721111377,"sku":"FW-9635","price":748.55,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/howell_mountains_13_14_15.png?v=1783446270","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/dunn-vineyards-howell-mountain-cabernet-sauvignon-vertical-2013-2014-2015","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}