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Bid on this 4-bottle lot of 2012 Cade "Estate" Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon (95VN, 94RP, 93WS, 90JS). Vinous: "The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate is gorgeous. An unusually open, resonant, young Howell Mountain Cabernet, the Estate dazzles with its rich, textured fruit and incredibly welcoming personality. Hints of smoke, tar, licorice and menthol add complexity to the intense fruit. This is a wine I want to drink, not merely taste. All the elements come together in an effortless, inviting wine loaded with class. (AG)" (12/2014)
This lot contains the following items:
2012 Cade "Estate" Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon (qty: 4)
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2012 Cade "Estate" Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon (750 ml)Quantity: 4Provenance: Purchased from reputable sources and stored in a professional wine storage facility by a Los Angeles based collector. Pulled directly from the facility by K&L Auctions.Condition: ExcellentTasting Notes:- Professional Reviews
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Vinous
95
The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate is gorgeous. An unusually open, resonant, young Howell Mountain Cabernet, the Estate dazzles with its rich, textured fruit and incredibly welcoming personality. Hints of smoke, tar, licorice and menthol add complexity to the intense fruit. This is a wine I want to drink, not merely taste. All the elements come together in an effortless, inviting wine loaded with class. (AG)
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
94
The stunning, dark ruby/purple-tinged 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate boasts beautiful mulberry, blueberry and black raspberry fruit notes, a pure, full-bodied style, sweet tannin, adequate acidity and an opulent, lush mouthfeel. This offering is atypical for a Howell Mountain cuvée, which tends to be more foreboding in its youthfulness. (RP)
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Wine Spectator
93
A seductive style, rich and layered, with a tempting overlay of intense, creamy mocha–laced red and dark berry flavors that are deep and persistent. A good bet to gain and age. (JL)
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James Suckling
90
A chewy wine with lots of cool tannins and mineral character. Full and intense. Plenty of fruit and spice.
Ratings: VN: 95 RP: 94 WS: 93 JS: 90
