Caymus Suisun The Walking Fool Red Wine Blend 2024
Full-bodied red wine blend · Caymus Vineyards (Wagner Family of Wine), a highly prominent and commercially successful Napa Valley estate known for rich, lush styles, founded by the Wagner family
Vintage: 2024
Type
Full-bodied red wine blend
Producer
Caymus Vineyards (Wagner Family of Wine), a highly prominent and commercially successful Napa Valley estate known for rich, lush styles, founded by the Wagner family
Country
United States
Vintage
2024
Region & Appellation
Suisun Valley, California, USA
Grape Varieties
Primarily Zinfandel and Petite Sirah blend
Color & Appearance
Deep, opaque ruby-purple with a youthful rim and high viscosity displaying slow-moving legs
Aroma Profile
Intense aromas of ripe blackberry, black cherry, dark plum, complemented by sweet baking spices, vanilla, and hints of eucalyptus
Tasting Notes
A rich and plush entry expanding into a lush mid-palate filled with concentrated dark fruit and mocha notes, leading to a long, velvety, and warming finish
Flavor Profile
Ripe boysenberry, black raspberry, cassis, layered with cocoa powder, sweet tobacco, and subtle toasted oak nuances
Body & Texture
Full-bodied with a lavish, velvety texture, dense extract, and a smooth, rounded mouthfeel
Acidity & Tannins
Medium to medium-low acidity providing a soft framework, accompanied by ripe, plush, fine-grained tannins
Sweetness Level
Dry with a perception of natural fruit sweetness common to ripe California reds
Alcohol Content
Approximately 15.2% ABV
Aging & Oak
Aged in a combination of French and American oak barrels, imparting pronounced notes of vanilla, toast, and sweet spice
Food Pairings
Grilled ribeye steak, slow-smoked barbecue brisket, roasted lamb chops, and rich hard cheeses like aged gouda
Serving Suggestions
Serve slightly below room temperature at 60-65°F in a large Bordeaux-style glass; decanting for 30-45 minutes helps open up the rich aromatics
Price Range
45 to 60 USD
Quality Assessment
Super-premium tier, offering rich approachability and high consumer appeal with consistent vintage-to-vintage execution
Production Methods
Carefully sorted hand-harvested grapes, temperature-controlled stainless steel fermentation, extended maceration, and maturation in oak barrels before final blending and bottling
Terroir
Suisun Valley features warm days and cool afternoon breezes rolling in from the San Francisco Bay, planted in unique soils containing clay and mineral-rich elements
History & Heritage
The Wagner family expanded their winemaking footprint from Rutherford into neighboring Suisun Valley to explore distinct microclimates and soils capable of producing robust red varietals
Interesting Facts
The label features an artistic illustration honoring the historical figures who once traversed or farmed the Suisun Valley, carrying goods by foot
Cellaring Potential
Approachable upon release, but will gracefully evolve over the next 5 to 8 years in a proper cellar
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