Reviews & Ratings

2011 La Jota Cabernet Sauvignon "Howell Mountain"

Winery: La Jota

Vintage: 2011

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Howell Mountain"

Wine Category: Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape blend: 82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc & 4% Petit Verdot

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Howell Mountain

State or country: CA

Price: $75

Cases produced: unknown

KWG Score: 90 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (91)

Review date: December 28, 2014

Wine Review: This midnight sky colored Cabernet Sauvignon opens with a Lindt Extra Dark Chocolate and black cherry bouquet with a hint of blueberry. On the palate, this wine is full bodied, slightly acidic and savory. The flavor profile is a tasty black cherry with notes of gentle oak and mild blueberry. There is a touch of minerality and black currant mixed in as well. The finish is dry and its dusty moderate tannins last for a little while. This is one of the better 2011 California Cab's that I have covered. I would serve it with a ribeye steak over the next year or soon. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Savory aromas of anise, blackberry and a touch of sage are followed by a lush palate of blueberry, mocha toast and that signature Howell Mountain minerality.

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