Primarily Merlot blended with Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, this young mountain wine has the mineral edges to its tannin that Howell Mountain often gives, with a wild blackberry fruit clarity to relieve some of that tightness of structure and a mouthwatering balance between umami and sweetness. This needs several years to evolve, or several hours in a decanter before serving. Try it with grilled Portobello mushrooms stuffed with herb seasoned ground veal!