2008 Abreu Howell Mountain Bordeaux Blend

“The 2008 Howell Mountain continues to exhibit the greatness I predicted for it last year. Deep blue and black fruits intermixed with spring flower, graphite and crushed rock characteristics, a steely structure and good tannin result in a sweet, flawless, opulent wine to drink over the next 20-25 years. (RP)” (12/2010)

“A wine of myriad contrasts and dimensions, the 2008 Howell Mountain is super-impressive. Layers of intense, dark fruit play off the persistent beams of Howell Mountain structure in a wine that is powerful and yet also remarkably nuanced and vibrant. Hints of rose petal and spice add an exotic flair. There is a linear energy to the 2008 that is quite appealing. The blend is 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Cabernet Franc, 10% Petit Verdot and 9% Merlot. With the 2011 vintage, Abreu replaced the Howell Mountain name with Las Posadas, which is the ranch where all of the fruit is sourced. (AG)” (05/2018)