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Caymus Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2007
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Somm David T 
Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator
I think if you read this nonsense I post, you know how I feel about this producer, past & present. This 07 is outstanding & top of its bell curve. It is so good to revisit these great vintages of Caymus Classic. This is fresher than the 97. It is rich/lush, cassis to currents, ripe, blackberries, black raspberries, black plum, raspberries & strawberries. Dark chocolate, mocha, classic, beautiful, Caymus Classic spice that I miss dearly in their new wines, black licorice, fudge, clove, cinnamon, nutmeg & vanillin, most top soil, limestone, dry herbs, dry tobacco, barrel shavings, taut leather, volcanic grey clay, dark, fresh & slightly withering flowers, violets, beautiful round acidity, balance, structure, nice tension and elegant finish that last minutes and falls on spice and evoluted earth tones. This bottle is in fine shape. Still strong and will last another 10 years of fine drinking. Phenomenal vintage and time to enjoy.
I think if you read this nonsense I post, you know how I feel about this producer, past & present. This 07 is outstanding & top of its bell curve. It is so good to revisit these great vintages of Caymus Classic. This is fresher than the 97. It is rich/lush, cassis to currents, ripe, blackberries, black raspberries, black plum, raspberries & strawberries. Dark chocolate, mocha, classic, beautiful, Caymus Classic spice that I miss dearly in their new wines, black licorice, fudge, clove, cinnamon, nutmeg & vanillin, most top soil, limestone, dry herbs, dry tobacco, barrel shavings, taut leather, volcanic grey clay, dark, fresh & slightly withering flowers, violets, beautiful round acidity, balance, structure, nice tension and elegant finish that last minutes and falls on spice and evoluted earth tones. This bottle is in fine shape. Still strong and will last another 10 years of fine drinking. Phenomenal vintage and time to enjoy.
9.6Somm David T
Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator
For steak dessert, 2007 Caymus Classic. Chuck, why oh why, did you change the original styling of this wine?
For steak dessert, 2007 Caymus Classic. Chuck, why oh why, did you change the original styling of this wine?
9.4Somm David T
Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator
I only have have a 1/2 dozen bottles of vintages that predate the 2012 vintage when Caymus still made wines in a style I appreciated. More; tannic, spice, earth and complexity. Now, they are amongst the last to pick fruit, which translates into higher brix levels and much sweeter wines. They pick just as the grapes start to show the slightest raisin shrivel. I thought I might be early on the 2007. Instead, it’s right around its peak form. The nose reveals dark black currants. Ripe; blackberries, black plum, black raspberries, stewed plum, dark cherries, stewed strawberries and creamy raspberries. Dark spice, black tea, mixed dark berry cola, limestone minerals, rich dark soil, some dry crushed rocks, vanilla, cinnamon, sweet tarry notes, just a touch of eucalyptus with blue, purple and dark red fresh & withering flowers. The body is full. Tannins round, grainy, tarry, sticky and meaty...60% resolved. Still lots of life in this 07....another 7-10 years of good drinking left. The wine is delicious. The structure, tension, length and balance are in a great spot. Ripe; dark black currants, blackberries, black plum, black raspberries, boysenberries, stewed plum, dark cherries, stewed strawberries and creamy raspberries. Dark spice with some palate heat, soft, understated and well integrated baking spices; light vanilla, clove and cinnamon. Black tea, mixed dark berry cola, black licorice, limestone minerals, rich dark soil, some dry crushed rocks, vanilla, cinnamon, sweet tarry notes, just a touch of eucalyptus with blue, purple and dark red fresh & withering flowers. The acidity is round and perfect. The flavors glorious. The long finish is extremely well balanced, seamless, it glides over the palate effortlessly and last minutes. Photos of; Caymus Estate vines, the front entrance to the winery, the grounds around their tasting room and their tasting bar. @The Restaurant at CIA Copia
I only have have a 1/2 dozen bottles of vintages that predate the 2012 vintage when Caymus still made wines in a style I appreciated. More; tannic, spice, earth and complexity. Now, they are amongst the last to pick fruit, which translates into higher brix levels and much sweeter wines. They pick just as the grapes start to show the slightest raisin shrivel. I thought I might be early on the 2007. Instead, it’s right around its peak form. The nose reveals dark black currants. Ripe; blackberries, black plum, black raspberries, stewed plum, dark cherries, stewed strawberries and creamy raspberries. Dark spice, black tea, mixed dark berry cola, limestone minerals, rich dark soil, some dry crushed rocks, vanilla, cinnamon, sweet tarry notes, just a touch of eucalyptus with blue, purple and dark red fresh & withering flowers. The body is full. Tannins round, grainy, tarry, sticky and meaty...60% resolved. Still lots of life in this 07....another 7-10 years of good drinking left. The wine is delicious. The structure, tension, length and balance are in a great spot. Ripe; dark black currants, blackberries, black plum, black raspberries, boysenberries, stewed plum, dark cherries, stewed strawberries and creamy raspberries. Dark spice with some palate heat, soft, understated and well integrated baking spices; light vanilla, clove and cinnamon. Black tea, mixed dark berry cola, black licorice, limestone minerals, rich dark soil, some dry crushed rocks, vanilla, cinnamon, sweet tarry notes, just a touch of eucalyptus with blue, purple and dark red fresh & withering flowers. The acidity is round and perfect. The flavors glorious. The long finish is extremely well balanced, seamless, it glides over the palate effortlessly and last minutes. Photos of; Caymus Estate vines, the front entrance to the winery, the grounds around their tasting room and their tasting bar. @The Restaurant at CIA Copia
9.4
Jim Monast
Awesome wine with great friends, and perfect steaks! Even Kimberly loved it!
Awesome wine with great friends, and perfect steaks! Even Kimberly loved it!
9.5
Ben Spicer
A little disjointed at first, then came around nicely after some time in glass.
A little disjointed at first, then came around nicely after some time in glass.
9.2Somm David T
Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator
Drinking beautifully, it will still evolve over the next few years but not sure how much better it will get.
Drinking beautifully, it will still evolve over the next few years but not sure how much better it will get.
9.3
Sipping Fine Wine
Deep ruby red with focused aromas of black fruit, herbs and spice. The palate is focused on sweet ripe dark fruit, mostly plum, blackberry and black cherry, with complex oak, leather and chocolate. The wine is well balanced, nicely developed tannins, slightly savory, finishing with sweet vanilla notes. Elegant wine!
Deep ruby red with focused aromas of black fruit, herbs and spice. The palate is focused on sweet ripe dark fruit, mostly plum, blackberry and black cherry, with complex oak, leather and chocolate. The wine is well balanced, nicely developed tannins, slightly savory, finishing with sweet vanilla notes. Elegant wine!
9.5
Roy Goble
The comfort food of Napa Cab
The comfort food of Napa Cab
9.2
Eric Hwang
Caymus isn't a wine that drinks well when young, so those people who are drinking 2013 now are idiots. Showing so nicely and paired especially well with the ribeye steak. Graphite, vanilla, cassis, and dusty black fruit. Still firm tannins suggest another 5-10 years wouldn't hurt, but, wow, is it tasty right now. Glad I waited 5 years. Thanks Frank Gutierrez!
Caymus isn't a wine that drinks well when young, so those people who are drinking 2013 now are idiots. Showing so nicely and paired especially well with the ribeye steak. Graphite, vanilla, cassis, and dusty black fruit. Still firm tannins suggest another 5-10 years wouldn't hurt, but, wow, is it tasty right now. Glad I waited 5 years. Thanks Frank Gutierrez!
9.4
Max Thieriot
Co-Founder of Senses Wines
Magnum. Yum
Magnum. Yum
8.8
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