Lot 237
DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 1987 (1) WA 94
DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 1990 (1) WS 91 WA 96
DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 1992 (1) WA 97
DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 1994 (1) WA 96
Lot 237 Details
DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 1987 (1)
Napa Valley.
scraped label
WA 94
DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 1990 (1)
Napa Valley.
The massive 1990 Howell Mountain exhibits huge tannin, but immense concentration. The richest Dunn Cabernet since the 1984s? Anticipated maturity: 1999-2020. At this early stage, it does not appear to be as super-concentrated as Dunn's wines from the early and mid-eighties. It is slightly more tannic. It does possess a tell-tale mineral, cassis, flowery nose, and a rich, full-bodied, dense, highly extracted, tannic personality. WS 91 WA 96
DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 1992 (1)
Napa Valley.
What makes the 1992 California Cabernet Sauvignon vintage so incredible is that one of its hallmarks is the voluptuous, opulent, and succulent nature of the fruit. In Dunn's offerings, that translates into wines that are massive and rich, but with sweeter, more expansive, chewy mid-palates...20-30 year wine. WA 97
DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 1994 (1)
Napa Valley.
The 1994s might be ready to drink within 10-15 years. It is hard to believe these wines spend 30 months in oak casks before bottling as they are incredibly unevolved and backward when released. Look out for the behemoth 1994 Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain. This black/purple-colored wine adds a few more nuances (minerals, licorice, and floral scents) to the lavish display of creme de cassis. Full-bodied, with a blockbuster level of extract and density, this is an outstanding Cabernet Sauvignon for readers with patience, good genes for longevity, or the foresight to purchase it for their children. Anticipated maturity: 2006-2030. December 1997 WA 96