Conundrum white 2020 (Caymus)

Drink now or cellar for up to 8 years. Serve chilled. The Wagners have been making wine in Napa for generations and can trace their roots here right back to the 1850s. Half a century ago Lorna and Charlie, along with their son Chuck, founded Caymus Vineyards in Rutherford which has now become one of the Valley’s most famous wineries. The Conundrum range is headed up by Chuck’s son, Charlie, who is Director of Winemaking and specialises in crafting Bordeaux-style wines in a softer, more accessible style than the classic Caymus wines. This lively white is a blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Muscat Canelli and Viognier sourced from across California’s finest growing regions. Each variety and plot is vinified separately to allow maximum control over the blending process. Part of the wine is aged in stainless steel tanks with the remainder matured in new and used oak barrels for up to 10 months. Enticing honeysuckle, apricot and pear aromas immediately burst out of the nose while the first sip reveals a medium body, smooth texture and mouthwatering freshness which gives the wine perfect balance. The vibrant flavour profile makes this a great choice to pair with spicy Asian curries and salads, herby roasted chicken or even fajitas.