Caymus Suisun The Walking Fool Red Blend

From the legendary Wagner family—founders of Caymus Vineyards—comes The Walking Fool, a bold red blend born in Suisun Valley, just east of Napa. This region, often called Napa’s “hidden gem,” benefits from similar soils and climate, producing grapes with remarkable depth and character. Chuck Wagner and his family, known for creating some of America’s most celebrated wines, established their Suisun Valley project to showcase the area’s potential while maintaining Caymus’s trademark excellence in balance, richness, and approachability.

Tasting Notes

Caymus Suisun The Walking Fool is a lush, fruit-driven red blend that bursts with dark cherry, blackberry, and ripe plum on the nose. Hints of vanilla bean, mocha, baking spice, and a touch of toasted oak add complexity. On the palate, it’s full-bodied yet remarkably smooth, offering layers of juicy black fruit, cocoa, and subtle tobacco, supported by velvety tannins and a long, satisfying finish. The wine’s name, The Walking Fool, honors a free-spirited family ancestor known for his adventurous nature—mirroring the blend’s bold and fearless profile.

Awards and Recognition

As part of the Caymus-Suisun collection, this wine continues the Wagner family tradition of critical acclaim and widespread popularity. Though relatively new to the portfolio, it has already received enthusiastic praise for its depth, elegance, and value, marking it as one of the standout red blends from Northern California’s emerging wine country.

The Experience

Pair The Walking Fool with braised short ribs, wood-fired pizza, or gourmet burgers. It’s a wine crafted for those who embrace adventure and appreciate the artistry of a perfectly balanced blend.