Frank B

9.3

Really like this one. Not to oaked or buttered. — 4 months ago

Cathy Levy

9.3

Lovely, deep, rich Syrah. Plums, Raisins and blackberries. — 5 months ago

Paul K

9.3

Instead of dry January, I’m doing 10 year old January. It’s more fun. This is great. Checking in after a couple years and it’s progressing nicely. Still tight in the nose but opens up after 3 hours. — 5 months ago

Charlie Tapp

9.3

Dark fruit, iodine, red candy and espresso. — 9 months ago

Julia Indik

9.2

From the start comes pears, fig, dates. Pick up of acid then carries cocoa, apple, vanilla, and a layer of smoke. Next up come smooth tannins. Elegant balance from start to finish. — 7 months ago

with Robert

Ken Venezio

9.6

Just stunning. All the benefits of bottle age, complexity and finesse make this a superb Howell Mtn Cab. Loads of up front mountain fruit, a nice floral nose and balance through the mid palate ending in a long romantic finish. Touché to the older days of Ladera. — 8 months ago

Doug Griffin

9.2

What you expect. Saturated dark fruit, med tannins, chocolate, cherries — 3 years ago

Michael Seely

9.0

Quite drinkable — 8 years ago

with Joe

Oscar Bonilla

9.3

Dark purple in color with notes of dark spices, licorice and blackberry. Well integrated tannins and will definitely benefit from ageing. — 9 years ago

Mike Kovacs

9.2

2012 vintage — 11 years ago

Newport Hobo

9.6

Delicious - blackberry jam and spice. — 13 years ago

with Scott, Isabel and 1 other

Charlie Frago

9.0

Overall nice red blend. Well balanced, moderate fruit. Enjoyed — 4 months ago

Norman

8.9

I have a lot of these and most have been ok but this one was further along in its development. Knew I needed to drink these. Faster is the word of the day. — 5 months ago

Doug Adams

9.3

2018. Decanted for about an hour and improved with more time. — 6 months ago

Andrew Eddy

9.3

Superb. New Year’s Eve 2025.  — 6 months ago

with Lisa

Freddy R. Troya

9.4

Outpost – Zinfandel – 2023
Howell Mountain, Napa Valley, California, USA 🇺🇸

Overview
A powerhouse Zinfandel from the rugged slopes of Howell Mountain. At 16.1% ABV, this wine blurs the line between classic Zin and fortified intensity, bold, muscular, and unapologetically impactful. Rare to find Zinfandel from Howell Mountain, and it shows the terroir’s distinctive stamp.

Aromas & Flavors
Jammy blackberry, black plum, and spiced cherry compote, layered with peppercorn, tobacco leaf, and cocoa nibs. Notes of fig and raisin round out the darker, concentrated fruit profile.

Mouthfeel
Full-throttle and mouth-coating. Explosive fruit upfront followed by fiery spice and dense tannins. Despite its muscle, the wine pulls through with a surprisingly hearty and lasting finish.

Food Pairings
Best with equally bold cuisine: barbecue brisket, lamb shanks, wild boar stew, or intensely spiced dishes. Could also shine next to aged blue cheese.

Verdict
A monster Zin, unapologetic, high-octane, and unforgettable. Not for the faint of heart, but for those who embrace big wines, it delivers a rare and compelling experience.

Did You Know?
Howell Mountain’s volcanic soils and high elevation are usually Cabernet Sauvignon country. Outpost’s decision to plant Zinfandel here makes this bottling one of Napa’s rare mountain Zins, combining Zin’s natural exuberance with Howell’s signature intensity. — 8 months ago

Paul K

9.1

Between 91-92. Big, dense, peppery, and fun for a not a usually Zin guy. Has boysenberry, blueberry, soy, and funk. Pretty good balance if you don’t consider the fruit. 😉 — a year ago

Kirt Boxell

9.5

I love the balance and intensity of this Chardonnay — 6 years ago

Michael Meyer

9.4

Cut me some of that filet! — 9 years ago

Kevin Simback

9.1

Still showing a tad too much new oak but well structured and loads of fruit — 11 years ago

Chris MacLean

9.2

My favorite zin producer! — 5 months ago

with Jason and Eli

Brian S

9.1

This wine was an absolute beast, it's more like 16.5 abv but was still in control you could taste fruit, had deeper notes but balanced. Not my style but a glass will make me happy. — 6 months ago

Kelley Raymond

9.1

A little jammy - needs air and time — 6 months ago

Rob Brobst III

9.9

One of the greats!!! @Paul T HB @Shay A @John Van Trijp — 7 months ago

Yosuke Sato

9.2

シアトルで飲んだカベルネ
タンニンしっかり — 8 months ago

John Malcolm

9.9

A stunning wine! Cedar, black currants, fig, dark chocolate, and truffles. Deep purple with a fabulous finish. — 10 months ago

Michael Sotiriou

9.2

Full bodied velvety tannins. Black fruits on the nose and almost chocolatey balanced finish. Paired with Beef Wellington. — 5 years ago

with Angelique

Michael Ochsner

9.2

Warm can, got it all. Boom. $20 btg wg — 8 years ago

Mike Davila

9.2

Better than I hoped for, would have been fun to taste blind. Drinking great, but ready to drink. — 10 years ago

Michael Retter

9.7

Great fruit. Soft tannins. Really well balanced. Great bottle of wine. — 12 years ago