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2022 Hundred Acre 'Ark Vineyard' Cabernet Sauvignon – Precision from Howell Mountain
The 2022 Hundred Acre 'Ark Vineyard' Cabernet Sauvignon represents the pinnacle of modern Napa Valley craftsmanship. Sourced exclusively from Jayson Woodbridge’s meticulously farmed Ark Vineyard on the slopes of Howell Mountain, this wine captures the depth, purity, and structure that have made Hundred Acre one of the most celebrated names among California Cult Wines.
Tasting Notes
The 2022 vintage opens with explosive aromatics of blackberry liqueur, graphite, and violets, layered with notes of blueberry compote, cedar, and smoked cocoa. On the palate, it is opulent yet balanced, with polished tannins and waves of dark fruit unfolding into a powerful, endlessly persistent finish. This is a masterclass in precision and intensity.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
Produced from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon grown on Howell Mountain’s volcanic red soils, the Ark Vineyard is managed with extreme precision—each vine individually tended, each cluster hand-selected. The wine is aged for approximately 30 months in 100% new French oak, using custom barrels from Jayson Woodbridge’s exclusive cooperage. Every step of production reflects Hundred Acre’s uncompromising pursuit of perfection.
Investment & Collectibility
The 2022 Hundred Acre 'Ark Vineyard' continues the estate’s legacy of producing some of Napa Valley’s most sought-after and highest-scoring Cabernets. With limited production and cult status, it is a centerpiece for serious collectors seeking power, longevity, and provenance. Perfect for your collection.
Vintage Insights
The 2022 vintage was marked by low yields and concentrated fruit, producing wines of extraordinary intensity and freshness. The balance between Howell Mountain’s cool nights and warm days resulted in exceptional tannin maturity and purity, promising decades of evolution in the cellar.




