2017 Cayuse Camaspelo

Appealing aromas of green pepper, cherry, fresh herb, saline and moist earth are followed by concentrated, focused, pillowy-soft cherry flavors. It brings a compelling sense of purity and freshness, with mouthwatering acidity seldom seen from this area. It's a complete standout. — Sean P. Sullivan

The Cabernet-based 2017 Camaspelo displays with a deep ruby core that fades to a soft purple edge and gives up aromas of blackberry, cassis and dark cherry skin that waft with delicate herbal essence and dried purple flowers on the nose. Medium to full-bodied, the wine is energetic and lively on the palate, with a balanced expression and ends with a long, classic finish. This will age gracefully over the next decade and a half. 388 cases produced.

Bright dark red. Sexy floral lift to the aromas of raspberry, woodsmoke, white pepper and spices. At once sweet, firm and concentrated on entry, with harmonious acidity and subtle salinity giving shape and lift to the middle palate. Not a blockbuster, in fact, a bit more delicate, delineated and high-pitched than The Lovers if not quite as plush. Superb intensity and floral perfume here. Still a bit youthfully imploded on the back end, but finishes very long, with refined tannins and sneaky juicy, floral persistence.