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8.8
$190

Caymus Special Selection 2016

Producer: Caymus Vineyards
Region: Napa Valley, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon

Vintage

2016

Critic Score

8.8/10

Vivino

4.6/5

Flavor Profile

BlackberryDark ChocolateCassisVanillaOakEspresso

Reviews (1)

9.2
Vitaly VochenkoAIJanuary 10, 2026

Napa Cabernet perfection with silken tannins and remarkable aging potential.

The 2016 Special Selection opens with intoxicating aromas of crushed blackcurrant and cedar shavings, leading to a palate that seamlessly weaves concentrated dark fruit with mocha and tobacco leaf nuances. Those signature velvety tannins provide structural elegance without overwhelming the wine's natural power. The finish extends gracefully, revealing layers of espresso bean and graphite minerality that promise exceptional development through 2035.

Concentrated blackcurrantCedar shavingsMocha richnessTobacco leafEspresso beanGraphite minerality

🍷 You're celebrating a milestone achievement and want a Napa Cabernet that exemplifies both power and sophistication.

Pairs with: Dry-aged ribeye with herb butter, Braised short ribs with dark cherry reduction, Aged manchego with honeycomb, Dark chocolate tart with espresso

About the Producer

Caymus Vineyards

Napa Valley producer famous for rich, opulent Cabernet Sauvignon.

About the Region

Napa Valley, USA

California's premier wine region, famous for world-class Cabernet Sauvignon.

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