2009 La Jota Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain

Estate: La Jota Vineyard Co
Region: Howell Mountain, Napa Valley, California, United States of America
Vineyards: La Jota and W.S. Keyes Vineyards

Tasting Note:February 09, 2017

Deep ruby and garnet red. Soft blackberries on the nose with some plums. A bit of pencil shavings and burnt herbs too. Moderate plus tannins (7.5/10) and full bodied. Solid fruit on the palate with layers of dark cocoa, twigs, and mountain berries. Long and lingering finish.

The 2009 vintage is Cabernet-based blend of 83% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot from the La Jota and W.S. Keyes Vineyards atop Howell Mountain. Aged for 22 months in 85% new French oak barrels. 14.8% alcohol.

Drink Dates:

2017 till 2022.

Rating:

91 points.

Price Point:

$$$ - Tasted at Spire Collection in Calistoga. Recent vintage can be purchased for $75.00 from the estate.

Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Howell Mountain, La Jota Vineyard Co., La Jota Vineyard Co, Napa Valley, Red Wine, Spire Collection, United States of AmericaGreg Ballington2009, La Jota Vineyard Co, W.S. Keyes Vineyard, La Jota Vineyard, Howell Mountain, Cabernet Sauvignon, Spire Collection, Napa Valley, California, United States of America, $$$, 91 Points, Chris Carpenter, Red WineComment