About Caterwaul Wines
Caterwaul Wines is a bold, personality-driven Napa Valley label crafting Cabernet Sauvignon and red blends that aim to make a statement. The name — meaning a harsh, discordant noise — is a playful nod to the winery's rebellious spirit and refusal to follow trends. These are wines that demand attention, with deep extraction, ripe fruit, and the kind of intensity that divides opinion and inspires loyalty in equal measure.
The winemaking at Caterwaul leans into Napa Valley's capacity for power and richness. Fruit is sourced from warm-climate vineyard sites where Cabernet Sauvignon reaches full physiological ripeness, producing wines with generous dark fruit, velvety tannins, and a finish that goes on and on. Oak aging in predominantly new French barrels adds spice and structure. These are unapologetically big wines made for people who love unapologetically big wines.
Caterwaul's tasting room on Lincoln Avenue in Calistoga matches the wines' bold personality. The atmosphere is fun, unpretentious, and rock-and-roll inspired, with music, attitude, and wines that back up the swagger. It's a great stop for visitors who enjoy Calistoga's laid-back vibe and who are looking for a tasting room that doesn't take itself too seriously — even while taking its wine very seriously.
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