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The 10 Acre 2022 Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon captures the intensity and structure associated with Napa Valley's high-elevation vineyards. Located above the morning fog, Howell Mountain benefits from abundant sunshine, cool nighttime temperatures, steep slopes, and rocky volcanic soils that naturally restrict vine vigor.
The 2022 growing season produced exceptionally concentrated fruit, with naturally low yields, warm days above the valley fog, and cool nights encouraging depth while preserving freshness and acidity. The resulting Cabernet combines tremendous power with polished structure, dark fruit concentration, mineral complexity, and impressive aging potential.
Produced in just 100 cases, this limited release is offered to Napa Daily Deals subscribers at $32 per bottle, with only 60 bottles allocated to the offer.
Winemaking Notes
The Reserve was crafted from three individual estate blocks, all hand-picked and hand-sorted. Malolactic fermentation occurred in French oak barrels, and the wine was aged for 22 months—one-third in new oak and two-thirds in neutral. Final blending was completed two months prior to bottling to ensure harmony, balance, and a refined expression of the estate fruit.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Deep ruby with brilliant clarity and a vibrant garnet edge.
Aroma
Expressive aromas of ripe black currant, dark plum, and red cherry layered with cedar, vanilla, and subtle graphite.
Palate
Medium to full-bodied with concentrated dark fruit, polished French oak, and silky, well-integrated tannins that provide remarkable balance and elegance.
Finish
Long, smooth, and persistent with lingering dark fruit, refined oak spice, and subtle mineral complexity.
Sourced from a single vineyard in Napa Valley's renowned Oak Knoll District AVA, the VIA Napa 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon highlights the elegance and balance that define one of the valley's coolest growing regions. Cooling marine breezes from nearby San Pablo Bay extend the growing season, allowing the fruit to ripen gradually while preserving vibrant acidity, aromatic complexity, and refined structure. Well-drained gravelly loam soils naturally encourage balanced vine growth and concentrated fruit, resulting in a Cabernet Sauvignon known for its bright character, silky tannins, and exceptional freshness.
The outstanding 2022 growing season combined warm afternoons with cool evenings, creating ideal conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon with remarkable purity and balance. After harvest, the wine was aged for 22 months in French oak barrels, adding subtle layers of cedar and baking spice while allowing the vibrant fruit to remain the focus. Produced in just 100 cases, this limited-production Cabernet offers polished structure, elegant complexity, and the ability to enjoy now with decanting or cellar through 2035 and beyond.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Varietal | 100% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| AVA | Oak Knoll District AVA, Napa Valley |
| Vineyard | Single Vineyard |
| Cooperage | 22 Months French Oak |
| Alcohol | 14.1% |
| Production | 100 Cases |
| Release | Spring 2026 |
| Cellaring | Drink now through 2035+ |
| Serving Temperature | 58–62°F |
| Decanting | 30–45 minutes recommended |
| Website | www.vianapawinery.com |
Cellaring Potential: Drink Now Through 2035+
Decant: 30–45 Minutes
Serve: 58–62°F
Inspired by Italy. Rooted in Napa.
Via Napa explores Cabernet Sauvignon through the lens of place. Each release is sourced from a single vineyard within one of Napa Valley's most distinctive AVAs.
Produced in limited quantities, every bottle reflects the character, terroir, and craftsmanship of its origin.
Technical details
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Varietal | Predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon (Small percentages of Merlot and Petit Verdot may be included for balance) |
| Appellation | Napa Valley, California |
| Alcohol | 14.5% |
| Oak Program | Aged 20–24 months in French oak barrels (Approximately 60–75% new oak) |
| Aging Potential | Drink 2026–2040+
Built for long-term cellaring. |
Why This Wine Stands Out
✔ 94-Point Rated Napa Valley Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
✔ Aged 24 Months in French Oak Barrels
✔ Rich, Structured, and Cellar Worthy
✔ Produced in Extremely Limited Quantities
✔ Elegant Gold Metal Label Presentation
Technical Details
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Varietal | 100% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Appellation | Napa Valley |
| Alcohol | ~14.2% |
| Production | 110 cases annually |
Winemaking
Carefully selected vineyard lots were harvested at peak ripeness and fermented in small lots to preserve site expression. Extended maceration enhanced structure and depth, followed by aging in French oak barrels to integrate tannins and elevate complexity.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Opaque ruby with deep violet reflections.
Aromatics
Expressive aromas of black currant, mountain blackberry, blueberry preserve, graphite, crushed rock, cedar, lavender, espresso bean, dark cocoa, anise, and forest floor.
Palate
Powerful yet remarkably polished, with layers of blackberry, cassis, black cherry, and wild blueberry alongside dark chocolate, crushed stone, tobacco leaf, iron, and French oak spice. Firm mountain tannins provide substantial structure while vibrant acidity carries the wine through the palate.
Finish
Exceptionally long and mineral-driven, with lingering dark fruit, graphite, tobacco, cocoa, and mountain-inspired structure.
Vineyard & Winemaking
High above the Napa Valley floor, Howell Mountain AVA rises above the morning fog, receiving abundant sunshine and dramatic day-to-night temperature swings. The vineyard sits at approximately 1,700 feet, with volcanic tufa and rocky red clay soils that naturally restrict vine vigor and contribute to concentrated fruit and pronounced structure. The vines are trained using Vertical Shoot Positioning, with Cabernet Sauvignon Clone 337 on 110R rootstock, average vine age of 25 years, and yields of approximately 1.8 tons per acre.
The fruit was hand harvested during cool morning hours and double sorted by cluster and berry before a five-day cold soak. Native and selected yeast fermentation was followed by gentle lot-specific pump-overs and 30 days of maceration. After basket pressing, malolactic fermentation was completed entirely in barrel. The wine was then aged for 26 months in French oak, 90% of it new, before being bottled unfined and lightly filtered.
Winemaking & Vineyard
Sourced entirely from Perennial Vineyard, this single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon reflects the balance and consistency that define this distinctive Napa Valley site. Careful farming practices allow the fruit to reach optimal ripeness while preserving freshness and varietal character, creating a wine that expresses both richness and precision.
Following harvest, the wine was aged for 20 months in French oak barrels, adding subtle layers of cedar, vanilla, and structure without overshadowing the vineyard's natural fruit expression. The result is a beautifully balanced Cabernet Sauvignon with silky tannins, refined complexity, and a long, elegant finish.
Technical Details
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Varietal | 100% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Appellation | Howell Mountain, Napa Valley |
| Elevation | 1,700 Feet |
| Alcohol | 14.5% ABV |
| pH | 3.68 |
| Total Acidity | 5.9 g/L |
| Residual Sugar | 0.2 g/L |
| Oak Aging | 26 Months |
| New French Oak | 90% |
| Cases Produced | 100 |
| Bottle Size | 750 mL |
| Closure | Premium Natural Cork |
| Release | Fall 2025 |
| Suggested Cellaring | 2027–2048 |
| Serving Temperature | 60–65°F |
| Website | www.10acrewines.com |
Frequently Asked Question
Perfect With…
The wine's concentrated dark fruit, firm mountain tannins, and mineral-driven structure make it especially well suited to dry-aged tomahawk ribeye, venison loin, elk tenderloin, and Colorado lamb rack, while its savory and earthy character also complements black truffle tagliatelle, wild mushroom risotto, aged Parmigiano Reggiano, and 36-month Comté. Serve at 60–65°F.
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Expert Tasting Notes, Ultimate Wine Challenge
Impressive nose of smoky cassis, pipe tobacco, cedar, vanilla bean, resin, and saddle leather. A chorus of stewed black fruits, sweet spice, vanilla, and oak build on the palate, with pleasing drying tannins to add structure.
Expert Tasting Notes, Ultimate Wine Challenge
Dried black currants, nutmeg, dried tobacco, and cocoa nibs abound on the nose. The palate is rich and structured with blackberry jam, cedar, and sweet spice. The finish is equally rich and jammy with a long, smooth finish.
Expert Tasting Notes, Ultimate Wine Challenge
Freshly sliced bresaola, vine ripe tomatoes, and cassis are sweet and savory aromas. Bold flavors are bright and juicy with blackcurrants and blackberries, dusty cocoa powder, an earthy mineral flare. The big flavors here would do well next to a richly marbled steak.
Extremely Limited Allocation
Extremely limited — once sold out, there’s no restock. A rare chance to secure a collector-level Napa release.