2016 Cayuse Camaspelo Walla Walla

Winemaker Notes: Bright appearance, with present/full aromas of oak and berry. A medium/full-bodied Red with oak and berry flavours. The finish is subtle/layered. An overall good Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc from USA.

CRITICAL ACCLAIM


Jeb Dunnuck - "The 2016 Camaspelo is a rock star of a wine and possibly the finest vintage to date. Crème de cassis, crushed flowers, lead pencil, sandalwood, and ample minerality all emerge from this awesome 2016 that has incredible complexity. Reminiscent of a great vintage of Chateau Margaux with its complexity, elegance, and balance, it's medium to full-bodied, silky, and pure on the palate, with a beautiful, layered, seamless profile that's going to age for 20-25 years."


James Suckling - "This has attractive cassis and blueberry aromas with a gently spicy kick from a small amount of tempranillo. The palate has a very modern feel with a build of fresh, ripe, purple and blue fruit and silky tannins. Again, it is the tempranillo that dresses this up on the palate. Clever wine. A blend of cabernet sauvignon, merlot and tempranillo. Drink or hold."


Robert Parker's Wine Advocate - "The 2016 Camaspelo has a hearty Cabernet core and mineral edge on the nose that is covered in red and black fruits—cassis, blackberry and red cherry skin—and dusty florals. Medium to full-bodied, the wine is spicy on the palate, with structured tannins that build in complexity and continue to evolve, leading to the long, lingering finish with a soft oak flavor. This is an incredibly cellar-worthy and delicious wine. Well done! Only 354 cases were made. Rating: 94+"