2019 Cayuse, Camaspelo, Columbia Valley 1x750ml

Vinous 95

The 2019 Camaspelo is dark and inward, taking a good amount of coaxing to unlock its bouquet of dusty florals, dried herbs, hints of cacao powder and mineral stone. This is velvety in texture yet medium-bodied, with creamy depths of red and black fruit complemented by exotic spice and hints of Baker s chocolate. Sweet herbal tones and licorice are left to linger, as a gentle pull of fine-grained tannins frames the style quite well. The Camaspelo veers toward opulence yet maintains a wonderful balance, and it should mature beautifully over the next decade or more. The Camaspelo is primarily Cabernets with a dollop of Merlot. [Eric Guido, 02/03/2023]

Anticipated maturity: 2024-2033