For five generations, the Wagner family has lived and loved the Napa Valley. Since the 1800s they have grown to understand there is simply no substitute for an intimate knowledge of the land that only comes by "living" in the vineyard.

in 1972, Caymus Vineyards was founded by Charles (Charlie) F. Wagner, Lorna Belle Glos Wagner and their son Chuck Wagner, on the family's... [read more]

For five generations, the Wagner family has lived and loved the Napa Valley. Since the 1800s they have grown to understand there is simply no substitute for an intimate knowledge of the land that only comes by "living" in the vineyard.

in 1972, Caymus Vineyards was founded by Charles (Charlie) F. Wagner, Lorna Belle Glos Wagner and their son Chuck Wagner, on the family's Rutherford property. Caymus has made Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon every year since its founding and their Special Selection is the only wine to be rated "Wine of the Year" twice by Wine Spectator. Charlie Wagner as a winemaker was never afraid to break the rules a little bit and was often found blending his favorite wines at the dinner table. His spirit for adventure and discovery is what inspired "Conundrum" a white wine blend of five beautiful varietals.

Chuck Wagner continues to direct all viticulture and winemaking at Caymus and is very proud to have his children following in his footsteps. His son, Charlie Wagner II, is farming and making wines in the Santa Lucia Highlands of Monterey County under the label "Mer Soleil." He makes a barrel fermented Chardonnay and an unoaked Chardonnay called "Mer Soleil Silver" that is fermented in stainless steel and cement tanks. His son, Joseph Wagner, is making Pinot Noir under the labels "Belle Glos" and "MEIOMI." His Belle Glos single vineyard Pinot Noirs are farmed from three different appellations: Sonoma Coast, Santa Lucia Highlands of Monterey County, and Santa Maria Valley of Santa Barbara County. His "MEIOMI" Pinot Noir is a rich, dark supple blend of these three counties.

Farming the land with their own hands has given the Wagners insights into California winemaking that can't be found in any farming manual. We invite you to learn about their wine and get a little taste of the Wagner Family heritage. These labels (Caymus, Conundrum, Mer Soleil and Belle Glos) are a family legacy of love and a promise for quality and consistency year after year.