Outpost Howell Mountain
Cabernet Sauvignon
- 2023
- 2022
- 2021
- 2019
- 2018
- 2017
- 2016
Notre cabernet sauvignon provient des meilleures parcelles de vignes autour du domaine situées entre 500 et 700 mètres d'altitude (1800 et 2200 pieds). Les raisins de chaque parcelle du vignoble sont vinifiés séparément, afin que notre équipe technique puisse être très sélective quant aux lots qui composent l'assemblage final. Les vins ne sont ni collés ni filtrés, ce qui permet d'exprimer pleinement le potentiel des millésimes.
Le millésime
The 2023 vintage in Napa Valley, and particularly at Howell Mountain, proved exceptional. Abundant winter rains replenished water reserves, while a cool spring prolonged budbreak and promoted vigorous vines. Despite slow veraison across the valley, the elevation of Outpost and True Vineyard—above the fog line—allowed for even and consistent ripening. The absence of major weather events provided excellent control over harvest dates, resulting in generally average to high yields and remarkable fruit quality. The vintage is distinguished by intense color, high concentration, a beautiful balance of sugars and acidity, and very polished tannins.
Notes de Dégustation
"There's lovely depth of dark fruit balanced by lifted perfume and mineral undertones. Aromas of black currants, blackberries, spices, black olives and dark chocolate. The palate is textural and rounded with mineral tension, leading to a vibrant, precise and focused finish. The vintage shines. Drink or hold." JamesSuckling.com, Ryan Montgomery, 96 Points
"The herbal notions are more like thyme and sage alongside lovely blackcurrant fruit. Full-bodied and supple, with a silky feel, the wine finishes with impressive length and hints of mocha and dark chocolate." Robertparker.com, Joe Czerwinski, 94-96 PointsInformations Techniques
Cépage : 100 % cabernet sauvignon
Elevage : 18 mois dont 85 % en barriques neuves de chêne français
Production : 1780 caisses
Œnologue : Thomas Rivers Brown
