This is a wine from when Caymus made both its reputation and unquestionably some of the best Napa Valley Cabernet

The bottle has had two owners since leaving the winery. I got it from a friend. It has lain in my cellar for several decades

The bottle/cork were in perfect condition

The wine sang from opening until consumed an hour later

It gave pleasure and at the same time was incredibly interesting

While not ready to fall apart I am certain it will not get any better

Color was beautiful ruby

Nose: dark cherry herbs cedar eucalyptus

Tasting: dark cherry tobacco cedar pepper hint of chocolate sweet mouth coating few tannins super long sweet pepper dark fruit finish