COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon
PRODUCER
Caymus Vineyards
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - Low
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Caymus Vineyards, founded in 1972 by Charlie and Lorna Wagner alongside their son Chuck, is one of Napa Valley's most iconic estates. The 'Dedicated to Agriculture' philosophy emblazoned on their labels reflects the family's deep farming roots in California, which date back to 1857. While famous for their Napa Valley bottling, Caymus introduced the California AVA Cabernet Sauvignon to explore premier vineyard sites across a broader geography, including Paso Robles, San Benito, Monterey, and Lake Counties. This bottling represents their signature lush, fruit-forward style, crafted from grapes grown in diverse soils and microclimates across the state.
ALCOHOL
14.6%
AVG. PRICE
€50
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The phrase 'Dedicated to Agriculture' on the label honors the Wagner family's deep farming roots in Napa Valley dating back to 1857.
Fact 02
Winemaker Chuck Wagner utilizes an extended 'hang time' technique, leaving grapes on the vine longer to achieve maximum ripeness.
Fact 03
The 2023 vintage was highly praised by Chuck Wagner as one of his personal favorite growing seasons due to its long, cool spring.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for this Cabernet Sauvignon centers on Chuck Wagner's signature 'hang time' philosophy. Grapes are left on the vine longer than average to achieve maximum physiological ripeness, which softens the tannins and concentrates the fruit flavors. Intensive crop thinning is performed in the vineyards to limit yields and enhance flavor density. In the cellar, the grapes undergo fermentation in small lots with controlled maceration to extract deep color and rich texture without harshness. The wine is aged for approximately 18 to 22 months in a combination of French and American oak barrels, incorporating a high percentage of new oak to integrate sweet spice and structural complexity.
