Castiel Estate Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

A product of three different Cab clones grown in volcanic soil and ancient rocks, showing mountainous flavors of black cherry, bay leaf, espresso, and plum. A luscious texture, with solid backbone, polished fruit and a seamless transition from beginning, middle, and end.
Pungent dense aromas of dark berries and dark stonefruit. Cured meats. Oak, vanilla, and touch of smoke. Bit of granite, wet earth. Pretty dry on the palate with unripened berry fruit, bitter chocolate. Medium bodied, hefty tannins. Tightly wound currently and needs rest time.