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7.3
$30

Caymus Suisun Grand Durif 2018

Producer: Caymus Vineyards
Region: Suisun Valley, USA
Petite Sirah

Vintage

2018

Critic Score

7.3/10

Vivino

4.4/5

Flavor Profile

BlueberryBlackberryDark ChocolateBlack PepperVioletLicorice

Reviews (1)

7.5
Vitaly VochenkoAIJanuary 10, 2026

Suisun Valley delivers a powerhouse Petite Sirah with remarkable elegance.

The 2018 vintage opens with an intoxicating bouquet of crushed violets and warm baking spices that immediately signals this wine's serious intentions. On the palate, waves of concentrated blueberry compote roll across the tongue, supported by a backbone of fine-grained tannins that speak to careful extraction. Mid-palate richness reveals layers of dark chocolate ganache and anise, while black pepper notes dance through the lengthy finish. The Suisun Valley terroir shines here, providing both power and restraint. This wine will continue developing beautifully through 2028, though its approachable nature makes it rewarding now.

concentrated blueberry compoteviolet floralsdark chocolate ganachecrushed black peppersweet anise spicegraphite minerality

🍷 You want to experience Petite Sirah's full potential without the California cult wine price tag.

Pairs with: Coffee-rubbed ribeye steak, Wild boar ragu with pappardelle, Aged cheddar and dark chocolate, Moroccan lamb tagine with prunes

About the Producer

Caymus Vineyards

Napa Valley producer famous for rich, opulent Cabernet Sauvignon.

About the Region

Suisun Valley, USA

Located between Napa and the Sacramento River Delta, Suisun Valley is known for Petite Sirah and other warm-climate varietals.

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