Dunn Vineyards
Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon
Howell Mountain
2021
Vintage
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Where it is, October 2026
Too Young: holding until the full drinking arc opens in 2028.
Cellared records a drinking window beginning 2028, with a peak period from 2030 through 2055.
The ‘21 Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon.
Dunn Vineyards Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 from Howell Mountain, USA.
Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline
Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.
The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.
Tasting note
Dunn Vineyards' 2021 Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon should suggest cassis, blackberry and cedar, with dark plum beneath. Expect a concentrated mountain style palate, firm tannins building a strong frame while acidity keeps the fruit focused. The opening window begins in 2028, with peak years from 2030 to 2055 and a horizon of 2060. A long finish should carry dark berry, savory spice and earthy depth.
The 2021 vintage
Cellared lists this red wine from Howell Mountain, USA, vintage 2021.
About Dunn Vineyards
Dunn Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon is the estate signature from Howell Mountain fruit, known for concentrated mountain structure, long ageing potential, and classic Napa Cabernet depth.
Service & cellaring
- Serving Temp
- 60-65F (16-18C)
- Decanting
- Start with 45-60 minutes of air, then taste and adjust.
- Cellar Storage
- 55F (13C), bottle on its side.
More from Howell Mountain
- 2018Arkenstone Vineyards Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon · Peak 2024-2031
- 2018Cade Estate Winery Howell Mountain Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon · Peak 2024-2036
- 2019Gaslighter Wine Co. Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon · Peak 2025-2031
- 2019O'Shaughnessy Winery O'Shaughnessy Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain
Cabernet Sauvignon · Peak 2026-2039
Frequently Asked
What temperature should I serve it at?
60-65F (16-18C)
Should I decant it?
Start with 45-60 minutes of air, then taste and adjust.
When should I open it?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2028-2060. Within that arc, the peak window is 2030-2055. The full arc is the broader period the wine may drink well; the peak window is when it is most likely to show its best balance. Storage, fill level, cork condition, and preference can shift the decision. Taste before adding more air or holding the rest.
What food works well with it?
Try Grilled ribeye with rosemary butter, Red-wine braised short ribs with bay leaf, Roast lamb shoulder with garlic and thyme, Aged cheddar with black pepper crackers.