Ashes & Diamonds Saffron Vineyard Mountain Cuvée 2018 (750ml) Sciacarello although later vintages have evinced

although later vintages have evinced more precision and mineralité on the finish

driving the red fruit long into the finish

the 2019 Disciples is replete with aromas of cranberry compote

out with an enticing

serve over ice

Ashes & Diamonds Saffron Vineyard Mountain Cuvée 2018 (750ml) Sciacarello although later vintages have evincedVINOUS MEDIAScore90Date2018 12 01"The 2016 Mountain Cuve Saffron Vineyard No. 1, a Merlot Cabernet Franc blend, is powerful and austere, but, then again, we are talking about a young Howell Mountain wine. Savory herb, licorice and lavender notes open up, but only with great reluctance. Even within the context of Howell Mountain Cabernet, the 2016 is compact and not especially expressive."