Caymus, founded in 1972 by the Wagner family in Rutherford, is best known for its luxurious, approachable Cabernet Sauvignons. The style leans ripe, velvety, and generous, with dark fruit, polished tannins, and a crowd‑pleasing sweetness of oak.
Introduced by Caymus Vineyards with the 2021 vintage, this wine is a California-appellation Cabernet Sauvignon – supple, dark and rich, bearing the signature hallmarks of Caymus. It is sourced from sites throughout the state which feature climatic conditions, soils and topography that are ideally suited to Cabernet – places from Paso Robles to lesser-known areas in Lake, San Benito and Monterey Counties. This project stems from excitement over California’s diverse vineyard land, often in lesser-known areas, with the potential to produce exceptional Cabernet. With ripe fruit and luxurious tannins, this wine reveals the Caymus character, and is drinkable upon release or with age.
93 Natalie MacLean Caymus California Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 is a rich, plush and fruit-forward Cabernet that shows the signature Caymus style right from the first sip. It opens with deep aromas of ripe blackberry, cassis, black cherry and dark plum, layered with cocoa, vanilla, espresso and sweet baking spice. The palate is full-bodied and velvety, with soft, polished tannins, concentrated dark fruit and a creamy, almost lush texture that carries through to a long, smooth finish. It is made in a consistently ripe, generous California style that is designed to be immediately enjoyable rather than austere. Fascinating fact: Caymus is one of Napa Valley’s most recognized wineries, founded by the Wagner family, and is known for sourcing Cabernet fruit from multiple Napa sub-appellations to build a consistently ripe and approachable house style each vintage. Serve it at cool room temperature. Drink: 2024 - 2034
