Caymus Winery
Power Suits and Wine Boots Winery - Where Tradition Meets Innovation
🍷 Winery Walkthrough: Caymus Vineyards
A “Power Suits & Wine Boots” Field Note
📍 Location: Rutherford, Napa Valley
🗓️ Date Visited: August 2023
👢 Boots on the Ground: Melissa & Freddy
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🌿 First Impressions:
Caymus isn’t just a winery. It’s a legacy anchored in the heart of Napa Valley. From the moment we turned off the road into the shaded drive, we felt the history. The grounds were polished but never showy — welcoming without trying too hard. It was clear we were standing on something carefully built and deeply respected.
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🏡 Family, Craft, and Quiet Pride:
The highlight wasn’t just what we drank. It was seeing Jenny Wagner and her brothers out on the property, working the land their family has tended for generations. We even had the chance to walk through their family home. No marketing pitch. No over-curated experience. Just a family doing what they’ve always done — making great wine and caring for their land.
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🍷 What We Sipped:
The Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon was everything we remembered and then some. Deep, rich layers of blackberry, cassis, vanilla, and toasted oak. Bold but balanced. Smooth without being soft. A wine that speaks with confidence and doesn’t need to explain itself.
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🥩 Pairing Vibe:
This Cabernet was made for:
• A grilled ribeye with friends who know your story
• A quiet evening after a long week
• Special dinners that feel earned
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🛋️ The Experience:
Even with a global name and top-tier recognition, Caymus keeps it personal. It doesn’t rely on flash or status. Instead, it leads with consistency, family values, and a clear sense of purpose. You can feel it in the space. You can taste it in the wine.
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💡 What We Took With Us:
• A reminder that legacy is built day by day
• A deeper appreciation for generational stewardship
• A Cabernet that lives up to the legend
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❤️ Would We Go Back?
Absolutely — and we already are. This was our second visit to Caymus, and we’ve got another trip planned for 2025. The wine keeps calling us back, but it’s the heart behind it that makes it unforgettable.
