O'Shaughnessy

Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon

9.465 ratings
9.313 pro ratings
Howell Mountain, Napa Valley, California, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy
Top Notes For
Jordan Gianelli

I'd buy a case if I had room in the cellar. STUNNING, show stopping and for the price, probably the most dominant $100 out of Napa. Keep up the good work. Minerals crushed rocks, fresh fresh black fruit that was exposed to some tricky oak. I'll definitely revisit.

I'd buy a case if I had room in the cellar. STUNNING, show stopping and for the price, probably the most dominant $100 out of Napa. Keep up the good work. Minerals crushed rocks, fresh fresh black fruit that was exposed to some tricky oak. I'll definitely revisit.

3 people found it helpfulDec 3rd, 2013
Victor H Jimenez

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Dec 18th, 2015
David L

09' The nose of this wine is so inviting! It certainly needs a good decanting. Layers of complexity in this are quite impressive. An abundance of red fruits, spices & oak. I certainly do believe the best years are in front of it!! 10+ years without a problem.

09' The nose of this wine is so inviting! It certainly needs a good decanting. Layers of complexity in this are quite impressive. An abundance of red fruits, spices & oak. I certainly do believe the best years are in front of it!! 10+ years without a problem.

Nov 11th, 2015
Robert Dwyer

Somehow hides out just north of Cakebread, Caymus, and Silver Oak. A spectacular combination of fruit and balanced oak. Amazing wine well worth seeking out.

Somehow hides out just north of Cakebread, Caymus, and Silver Oak. A spectacular combination of fruit and balanced oak. Amazing wine well worth seeking out.

Nov 26th, 2014
Mimi McLaughlin

Yup! I love the wine. It's '09. Young and also it's ripe as hell.

Yup! I love the wine. It's '09. Young and also it's ripe as hell.

Aug 12th, 2013
Yoon Ha

Master Sommelier/Wine Director Benu

9.1

A true expression of estate Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon.

A true expression of estate Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon.

Feb 27th, 2013
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9.0

Not as lush as other vintages I’ve had. This ‘09 shows more mineral notes and a tangy acidity in the finish. I’’d be curious to see how this evolves over the next few years.

Not as lush as other vintages I’ve had. This ‘09 shows more mineral notes and a tangy acidity in the finish. I’’d be curious to see how this evolves over the next few years.

Mar 17th, 2019
Andy Hall

I love O’Shaughnessy. Mind blowing! Great nose, tremendous structure and finesse all wrapped up in one!. Love that Howell mountain fruit. Best of the night!

I love O’Shaughnessy. Mind blowing! Great nose, tremendous structure and finesse all wrapped up in one!. Love that Howell mountain fruit. Best of the night!

Sep 12th, 2018
Errol Mclaughlin

This aged magnificently! Silky smooth with surprisingly bright fruit for a 2009.

This aged magnificently! Silky smooth with surprisingly bright fruit for a 2009.

Mar 16th, 2018
Daniel Taub

Sublime

Sublime

Aug 3rd, 2015