The 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain (84% Cabernet Sauvignon and the rest Merlot and Cabernet Franc) is a stunning wine with an opaque purple color and sweet, broad notes of licorice, plum, blueberry, blackberry, and cassis, as well as a hint of crushed rock. The oak is subtle and the wine savory, rich, and full-bodied, with remarkably sweet tannins, especially for a mountain Cabernet in 2006. This wine is approachable, although it promises to evolve for 20 or more years. " (12/09) 90 points from Wine Spectator: "Rich and tannic, with a beam of earthy dried currant, sage and savory berry and herb notes that are firm and concentrated, if a bit disjointed. Still, everything is in place. This just needs time to come around. Best from 2010 through 2016. 1,240 cases made.