COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon
PRODUCER
Caymus Vineyards
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Caymus Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 is a flagship red wine from a family-owned estate founded in 1972. The wine is produced in Napa Valley, California, USA, primarily from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. The 'Caymus' name is derived from a historic Mexican land grant. The winery is known for its consistent signature style, achieved through sourcing grapes from various Napa Valley sub-appellations, including valley floor and hillside vineyards. A distinctive practice is 'hang time,' where grapes are left on the vine longer to enhance color and flavor development. The 2021 vintage is notable for its availability in a one-liter bottle.
ALCOHOL
14.6%
AVG. PRICE
€150
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Caymus' originates from a Mexican land grant from 1836.
Fact 02
Caymus's 'Special Selection' is the only wine to win Wine Spectator's 'Wine of the Year' twice.
Fact 03
The winery practices 'hang time,' leaving grapes on the vine longer for deeper flavor and color.
Fact 04
The 2021 Napa Valley bottling is available in a special one-liter format.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Caymus Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 is crafted with a focus on achieving the producer's signature style. Grapes are sourced from a variety of Napa Valley sub-appellations, contributing to a complex and layered wine. A key viticultural practice is 'hang time,' allowing grapes to mature longer on the vine to enhance color, tannin ripeness, and flavor depth. While specific fermentation details are not published, the winemaking process is designed to maximize fruit expression and tannin quality. Aging typically occurs in French oak barrels for an extended period, contributing to the wine's structure and complexity.
