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In Case You Missed It – Caymus Special Selection 2006, 2007, 2008

Friday, April 13, 2012

In Case You Missed It: Originally posted December 13, 2010

Caymus Vineyards Special Selection is a reference point for Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. According to Chuck Wagner, the patriarch of Caymus Vineyards, it is a blend of the best Cabernet lots in a given year.  Until the 2008 vintage, Caymus Vineyard SS had been 100 percent Cabernet Sauvignon, but Chuck is now adding a small percentage of Merlot to soften the wine and make it a little more approachable when young. I tasted the three most recent vintages of Caymus Vineyards SS and I found them all opulent and almost exotic in character. The 2008 was the most exciting with an intense and powerful finish of wild fruits and velvety tannins.

Ratings:

2006: 94

2007: 95

2008: 98

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2 thoughts on “In Case You Missed It – Caymus Special Selection 2006, 2007, 2008”

  1. jacksuckling says:
    Friday, February 11, 2011 at 9:00 pm
    This is awesome, James!
  2. daywalker says:
    Saturday, June 11, 2011 at 2:06 am
    I got a chance to visit Caymus for the first time this year. What an incredible experience. I tasted the 2008 Special Selection and I thought it was superb. I completely agree with a 97 point score. I wouldn't complain with a 98 score either. Great video.