At a glance

Producer

Caymus Vineyards / Wagner Family of Wines

Region

Suisun Valley, California, USA

Grape variety

Cabernet Sauvignon

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$35-45 USD retail

Tasting profile

Juicy ripe black fruit (blackberry, cassis), vanilla, cocoa, subtle spice, plush texture, young firm tannins.

Evolution: Fruit will integrate, tannins mellow, more tertiary (earthy, tobacco, dried herbs) notes emerge with 3-5 years of cellaring.

At peak: More harmonious, complex palette with softened tannins and well-integrated oak; tertiary nuances supporting core fruit.

Structure

Acidity

Medium; enough to carry aging and food pairings

Tannins

Medium to medium-plus; approachable but provide backbone for aging

Alcohol

Medium-high (typically 14%-15%)

Aging potential

Good for 6-8 years from vintage in optimal conditions

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2026 to 2029

Optimal window

2024 to 2030

Current status

Drinking well young with potential for further improvement

Current condition

Structured but accessible; firm tannins and fresh fruit now, but will benefit from some cellaring

This wine is crafted for both immediate enjoyment and short- to mid-term aging. It will gain complexity and textural polish over the next 3-6 years but is accessible now for those who prefer youthful fruit.

Food pairing

Grilled or roasted beef, lamb chops, barbecue, rich pasta dishes with red sauce, or hard aged cheeses.

Serving

Decant

Yes (30 minutes) — The wine has medium to medium-plus tannins which can benefit from aeration to soften and enhance its flavors, especially given its youth at 4 years old.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 4/10

Caymus/Suisun Valley estate does not tout significant sustainable or regenerative practices. Standard modern viticulture, with some water and energy efficiency applied, but not externally audited. Conventional packaging (lightweight glass bottle).

While the Wagner Family has taken some steps in vineyard efficiency, there is no published commitment to comprehensive sustainability or third-party certification for this wine/estate. Farming is conventional; no organic/biodynamic methods or certification. Winery benefits from local bottle sourcing (reduced transport within California), but wider distribution increases carbon mileage. Packaging is standard; no known lightweight, recycled, or alternative packaging initiatives. Overall, this wine aligns with typical California estate wines but lags behind sustainability leaders in practices and transparency.