Red

Bravante Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain)

Bravante

Howell Mountain · Napa · United States

Fact sheet

Type
Red
Grape
Cabernet Sauvignon
Country
United States
Region
Howell Mountain · Napa
Appellation
Howell Mountain
Body
full
Acidity
medium
Tannin
high
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

bife grelhado · cordeiro assado · carne de caça · queijos curados · churrasco

Rated vintages

  • 200690 pts

    A Cabernet of considerable heft, showing the big-time tannins the mountain is known for. Below them are very rich blackberry, blueberry, cassis and mineral flavors, leading to a dry, spicy finish. A bit hard and difficult now, but should hit its stride starting in 2012.