2020 Arkenstone 'Estate' Proprietary Red Howell Mountain
The Arkenstone Estate Cabernet is the flagship wine of Arkenstone, made in the Bordeaux style and focuses on the red varietals commonly found in Pauillac. The composition of the Estate Red changes with each vintage but Cabernet Sauvignon is always dominant. For the 2020, the blend landed at 100% Cabernet Sauvignon aged in new French Barrique barrels.
Wine Advocate
There are just 100 cases of Arkenstone's 2020 Howell Mountain Estate Red Blend, which was harvested between September 12 and 26. Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, with small proportions of Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Merlot and Petit Verdot, it offers up slightly angular notions of pine pitch, peppery spice and mint, set against ripe black cherries, mocha and dark chocolate. It's full-bodied, ripe and concentrated without being overdone, finishing long and velvety.