{"title":"Hundred Acre Ark","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"hundred-acre-ark-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-2014","title":"Hundred Acre Ark Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2014","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHundred Acre Ark Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2014\u003c\/strong\u003e is a full-bodied, 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from Howell Mountain, Napa Valley, bottled at 15.5% ABV in a standard 750ml format. This 2014 vintage earned a remarkable 98+ rating from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, placing it among the most acclaimed wines produced under the Hundred Acre label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 15.5%  |  Origin: Howell Mountain, Napa Valley, California  |  Vintage: 2014  |  Producer: Hundred Acre (Jayson Woodbridge)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHundred Acre is the project of Jayson Woodbridge, a winemaker who built his reputation on extreme concentration and meticulous vineyard work. The Ark Vineyard sits on Howell Mountain at elevation, spanning 15 acres with 12.5 acres under vine — a site that naturally limits yields and concentrates flavor. What truly distinguishes this wine is its berry-by-berry sorting process, fermentation in small French oak vessels, and an extended 32-month aging period in cask, significantly longer than the standard 18–24 months typical of most Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon programs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose charges forward with intensely perfumed roses and lilacs before revealing a deep core of blackberries, crushed black currants, and black cherries. Secondary layers of chocolate box, smoked meats, and Chinese five spice emerge with time in the glass, joined by a waft of fragrant earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The palate is super concentrated and full-bodied, delivering dense waves of mulberry, dark chocolate, and graphite. An impressively primary fruit core dominates the entry and mid-palate, supported by very firm, grainy tannins that give the wine formidable structure. Despite the massive extraction, no hard edges emerge — the texture reads as deep, velvety, and inky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is remarkably long and mineral-driven, with persistent black pepper and lingering tannic grip. It resolves slowly, leaving earthy, smoked-meat impressions that echo the nose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Hundred Acre Ark\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wine of this concentration and structural complexity is best served in a large-bowled glass at 62–65°F, with a generous decant of at least 60–90 minutes to allow the tannins to open and the aromatics to fully express. Given its power and 15.5% ABV, sipping neat after decanting is the recommended approach. This is not a cocktail wine — its value lies in the glass on its own terms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCellaring for collectors who appreciate age-worthy Howell Mountain Cabernet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a serious wine enthusiast a 98+ point cult Napa bottling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnchoring a tasting flight of Hundred Acre single-vineyard expressions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with a special-occasion steak dinner or fine dining experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Hundred Acre Ark taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e The dominant profile is massively concentrated dark fruit — blackberry, mulberry, and black currant — layered with chocolate, graphite, smoked meat, and Chinese five spice, all carried by firm, grainy tannins and a long, mineral finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Hundred Acre Ark compare to Dunn Vineyards Howell Mountain Cabernet?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are benchmark Howell Mountain Cabernets, but they represent opposite stylistic poles: Dunn is known for restrained austerity and angular tannins built for decades of aging, while Hundred Acre Ark leans into opulent concentration, ripe fruit extraction, and a fuller-bodied, more immediate texture at 15.5% ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Hundred Acre Ark good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — this wine is purpose-built for the glass, ideally after a long decant, and its layered aromatics and concentrated palate reward slow, attentive sipping over the course of an evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Hundred Acre Ark made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Hundred Acre Ark Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon is produced from the Ark Vineyard on Howell Mountain, a high-elevation sub-appellation in the northeastern hills of Napa Valley, California. The winery is owned and directed by Jayson Woodbridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Hundred Acre Ark?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry-aged ribeye steak benefits from the wine's tannin and fruit weight. Braised short ribs mirror its smoked-meat undertones. Dark chocolate desserts complement the chocolate-box aromatics. Hard aged cheeses like Comté or aged Gouda stand up to its intensity. Grilled lamb chops seasoned with herbs echo the wine's earthy, spiced character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Hundred Acre Ark come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard release is a 750ml bottle; availability in other formats may vary by vintage and allocation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Hundred Acre Ark worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Hundred Acre positions firmly in the ultra-premium, cult-Cabernet tier of Napa Valley — its limited production, berry-by-berry sorting, 32-month aging, and consistently high critical scores (98+ from Robert Parker on this vintage) reflect that standing and justify its pricing within this rarefied category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Hundred Acre Ark?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 98+ score from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate is not an anomaly — Hundred Acre has built its identity on pushing concentration to the absolute limit of balance, and the 2014 Ark Vineyard bottling exemplifies that philosophy. The 32-month cask aging and berry-by-berry selection are labor-intensive steps that most producers forgo, and they directly shape the wine's uniquely dense yet polished texture. Howell Mountain fruit at this level of ripeness and extraction, from a warm and acclaimed vintage like 2014, represents one of the more powerful expressions of Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon available. For collectors and serious drinkers seeking maximum intensity within a structured, age-worthy frame, this bottling stands on its own merits.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hundred Acre Ark","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44837631590569,"sku":"28517","price":699.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Hundred_Acre_Ark_Vineyard_Cabernet_Sauvignon__98789.jpg?v=1730488835"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/hundred-acre-ark.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}