More about the 2023 CAYMUS NAPA VALLEY CABERNET SAUVIGNON (ONE LITER): The 2023 Caymus Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon arrives in its distinctive one-liter format as a confident expression of both place and philosophy. Produced by Caymus Vineyards, the Wagner family’s benchmark estate in Napa Valley, this wine draws from a broad tapestry of vineyard sources across the valley. That approach has long defined Caymus’ signature style: a consistent, full-throttle Cabernet that reflects Napa’s sun-soaked days, warm afternoons, and the depth that comes from blending fruit grown in varied soils and exposures. The one-liter bottle reinforces the wine’s original spirit, offering a generous pour that speaks to abundance rather than restraint. In the glass, the 2023 vintage showcases the hallmarks that have made Caymus instantly recognizable for decades. Dark fruit tones dominate the profile, led by ripe blackberry, black cherry, and cassis, framed by notes that suggest cocoa, vanilla, and subtle baking spice from oak aging. The texture is broad and polished, with a plush mid-palate and a seamless finish that prioritizes richness and approachability. This is Cabernet Sauvignon crafted to be expressive upon release, shaped by meticulous vineyard selection and a cellar philosophy focused on balance, ripeness, and consistency. What ultimately sets the 2023 Caymus Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon apart is its ability to deliver unmistakable Napa character year after year while remaining deeply pleasurable to drink. The one-liter format feels especially fitting for a wine designed to anchor a table, extend an evening, and invite conversation. It is a Cabernet built on experience and intuition, refined by generations of winemaking, and driven by an unwavering commitment to a style that has become iconic. Few wines communicate Napa Valley’s bold confidence with such clarity, and fewer still do so with this level of generosity and enduring appeal. “Caymus has a signature style that is dark in color, with rich fruit and ripe tannins – as approachable in youth as in maturity. Since its founding in 1972, Caymus has become renowned as a consistent leader in the production of Napa Valley Cabernet. Grapes for this wine are farmed in 8 of Napa’s 16 sub-appellations, with diversification enabling us to make the best possible wine in a given year. Their Cabernet offers layered, lush aromas and flavors, including cocoa, cassis and ripe berries."