Dunn is best known for the effortless age-ability of their Howell Mountain cuvée. But tonight, I want the more approachable "Napa Valley" in my glass with a ribeye. Randy Dunn has always bucked trends, and this Cali Cab coming in at 13.9% alcohol hits the right notes. Decant for a couple of hours and enjoy.

Tasting Note:

"The 2018 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is a gorgeous wine, especially for Dunn fans who want a wine to drink that won't take forever to come around. Dark and savory, with terrific depth, the 2018 is full of character. Black cherry, lavender, chocolate, sage, mint and cloves all open in the glass. The 2018 has just enough grip to have a good amount of classic structure, but not to the point of being forbidding. The Napa Cabernet is about 55% Howell Mountain and 45% Coombsville fruit. The 2018 is beautifully done and an absolute delight."

— Antonio Galloni, Vinous