Cadus Vinum
Discover Wines with a Sense of Place
At Cadus Vinum, we believe that wine is more than a beverage, it’s a living expression of land, culture, and care. We specialize in natural wine from small, independent producers who work organically or biodynamically and who craft wines that reflect the soul of their terroir. Our focus is on wines that are minimally manipulated, authentically made, and profoundly connected to where they come from.
“A wine that speaks of its place has a soul. A wine that speaks of process has only a recipe.”
Cadus Vinum is a curated destination for wine lovers seeking truth in the glass. Each bottle we select embodies integrity, transparency, and a sense of place, from the volcanic soils of Sicily to the rugged hills of Galicia, to the windswept vineyards of the Loire. These are wines that invite conversation, contemplation, and connection.
We also host curated wine events that bring these stories to life; guided tastings, vineyard spotlights, and seasonal selections that deepen your appreciation for the world of natural wine. Whether you’re new to this movement or a seasoned collector, our goal is to help you discover wines that resonate personally and ethically.
Explore Cadus Vinum to find honest wines with character, made by people who farm with purpose and bottle with heart. Welcome to a community that values origin over intervention, and expression over perfection.
Ridge Jimsomare Zinfandel 2021
The 2021 Jimsomare is classic old school Zinfandel, offering dark berry fruit layered with baking spice, a supple medium-bodied frame and lively acidity with a subtle lemon edge that makes it both vibrant now and ageworthy over the next decade.
Lindquist Family Marsanne 2020
This Marsanne shows his longtime expertise with the classic Northern Rhône grape, offering a silky refined texture with floral lift, ripe melon and a cool thread of mint that keeps the wine gracious and beautifully balanced.
Bedrock Bien Nacido Vineyard X Block Syrah 2018
This 100 percent Syrah from Bien Nacido Vineyard is strikingly aromatic, blending rose petal, sage, lavender and mint in a poised Northern Rhône inspired style with superb balance and the structure to reward up to six years of cellaring.
Bergström Cumberland Reserve Pinot Noir 2023
Made by Josh Bergström, this estate vineyard blend of Willamette Valley Pinot Noir expresses the house style with vibrant red fruit, showing ripe strawberry, cranberry, black raspberry, and plum layered…
Alexandria Nicole Roussanne 2023
Crafted by Jarrod Boyle at Alexandria Nicole, this 94 percent Roussanne with a touch of Viognier is an aromatic, Rhône styled white, offering sweet peach, apricot, lemon custard, lychee, honey…
Leonetti Cellar Cabernet Sauvignon Walla Walla Valley 2021
Made by Chris Figgins at Leonetti, one of Washington’s benchmark producers, this blend led by 81 percent Cabernet Sauvignon with Petit Verdot, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Malbec is deep, polished, and classically structured…
Ridge Jimsomare Zinfandel 2021
The 2021 Jimsomare is classic old school Zinfandel, offering dark berry fruit layered with baking spice, a supple medium-bodied frame and lively acidity with a subtle lemon edge that makes it both vibrant now and ageworthy over the next decade.
Bedrock Ode to Lulu 2021
CA
55% old vine Mataro
45% old vine Grenache
I stumbled across this bottle and thought—a five-year-old rosé? But then again, Morgan Twain-Peterson knows how to make exceptional California wine.
Most California rosés are best enjoyed young, within a year or two of bottling. But this one? It has absolutely stood the test of time. Even after four years, it’s still fresh, vibrant, and beautifully expressive—a true testament to the thoughtful farming and masterful winemaking at Bedrock Wine Co.
From a visual standpoint, this is the most delicate hue of Ode to Lulu I’ve seen—something that belies the wine’s richness and depth. On the nose, fresh red berries, nectarine, and citrus mingle with subtle herbal nuances. The palate is supple and graceful, with concentrated flavors of stone fruit and strawberry, and a long, saline-tinged finish that leaves a lingering floral note.
Made from 55% old vine Mataro and 45% old vine Grenache, Ode to Lulu is Bedrock’s heartfelt tribute to the Bandol rosés they adore—most especially Domaine Tempier, named in honor of the legendary Lulu Peyraud, the iconic force behind the revival of Mourvèdre in Bandol and a symbol of Provençal hospitality.
If you’re lucky enough to come across this vintage—buy it! I’d wager it still has another year or two of cellar life ahead. But it’s drinking brilliantly right now, with all the poise and character you’d hope for in a wine made with such purpose and passion.
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Can Sumoi La Rosa 2024
60% Sumoll 40% Xarel·lo
Natural Mediterranean wine
Spain, Catalunya, Penedès, Montmell Mountains
From the makers of Raventós i Blanc comes Can Sumoi, an estate deeply rooted in tradition and minimal-intervention winemaking. The project was born when viticulturist Pepe Raventós, who joined the family winery in 2001, led Raventós i Blanc to leave the Cava DO in 2012. His vision was clear: to create wines that are authentic expressions of place—single-estate, climate-driven, crafted from native varieties, and grown with precision and respect. This vision also spurred the creation of the Conca del Riu Anoia DO.
The Can Sumoi estate, set 600 meters above sea level in the Montmell Massif, has been an agricultural farm since 1645. Today, it stands as a model for low-intervention wines that honor their origin and centuries-old tradition.
Can Sumoi La Rosa 2024 is a beautiful example of this ethos. Fermented with native yeasts, it shows a delicate salmon hue and a fresh, lifted nose of red berries with a subtle, savory note reminiscent of fino sherry. On the palate, it is crisp, elegant, and whisper-light, with virtually no tannin and a refined texture that makes it an ideal aperitif. Smooth and effortless, it’s best served well-chilled on a hot day—no food required, just time to enjoy.
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2020 Ca‘ di Mat Albillo Real Valautin
Spain, Madrid, DO Vinos de Madrid
Abillo Real (Abillo)
From Curro Bareño and Jesús Olivares—renowned for their boundary-pushing Galician projects Fedellos do Couto and Ronsel do Sil—comes Ca’ di Mat, a new endeavor rooted in San Martín de Valdeiglesias in the Sierra de Gredos, where their winemaking journey began. The name, meaning “House of Fools” in a Piedmontese dialect, reflects the irreverent spirit of the project, a collaboration with long-time friends who steward a biodiverse 20-hectare family farm rich with wild herbs, ancient oaks, and old-vine Garnacha, Albillo Real, and Moscatel.
In the glass, the wine shines with a golden hue and offers a lifted bouquet of honeyed apricot, white peach, and golden apple, laced with floral notes of chamomile and white blossoms. Chalky minerality and a faint salinity add complexity and precision. The palate is fresh and vibrant—floral, herbaceous, and subtly spicy—with layers of stone fruit, citrus zest, and a touch of honey. Elegant and nuanced, this is a wine of brightness and balance, easy to drink yet quietly complex.
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Bodega Maranones Picarana Albillo Real 2020
Spain, Madrid, Vinos de Madrid
100% Albillo Real
Practicing Organic, Biodynamic
Very little Albillo Real remains in Spain; it’s primarily found in the Gredos region, about 100 miles west of Madrid, where it thrives under the hot sun.
On the nose, sweet aromas of white fruit—especially ripe pear—stand out, accompanied by hints of thyme and lavender. Floral notes of jasmine and white blossoms follow, with a touch of salinity that lingers on the finish. The palate is even more compelling, offering a dense texture balanced by fresh acidity, with an intriguing glycerin and mineral finish.
My last bottle, will have to order the ’22.
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A Provençal White That Deserves a Spot in Your Summer Lineup
If you’re looking for a crisp, bright white that feels tailor-made for warm afternoons, porch sipping, and grilled summer dinners, let me introduce you to a standout that’s flying under the radar: Château Paradis Essenciel Blanc (2023).
I came across this gem recently, and it’s exactly the kind of wine that makes you wonder why you’re not already drinking more whites from Provence. #cadusvinum #ProvenceWine #WhiteWineLover #SummerWine #FrenchWine #ChateauParadis #Vermentino #SauvignonBlanc #GrenacheBlanc #WineDiscovery #CrispWhiteWine #PorchSipping #WineTime #WineTasting #UnderratedWines #WineForSummer #WinesOfProvence #WineLover #WineLife #DrinkWell #WineFind
The elegant 2004 Château Branaire-Ducru offers refined aromas of blackberry, cassis, cedar, and tobacco, with subtle earthy undertones and hints of dried herbs. The palate is medium-bodied and well-structured, with fine-grained tannins and a lingering, mineral-tinged finish. It’s ready to drink now now but could still be quite good through 2029.
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Today is International Mencía Day! Enjoy a spirited celebration of the Mencía grape, the captivating red varietal native to Spain’s northwest, especially revered in regions like Bierzo and Ribeira Sacra. Known for its expressive aromatics, vibrant acidity, and graceful aging, Mencía is a wine lover’s delight. What better way to mark the occasion than by opening a bottle of the stunning 2016 Telmo Rodríguez Valdeorras La Falcoeira `A Capilla`—a true expression of place, power, and finesse. Here`s to honoring this remarkable grape with a glass of something truly special!
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2021 Joan D`Anguera Montsant Altaroses
Spain, Catalunya, Tarragona, Monsant
100% Garnacha Negra
The 2021 Joan D’Anguera Altaroses is a delight from the first pour, unexpectedly light in color, yet full of character and depth. The nose opens with fresh anise and vibrant red fruit, including cranberry, redcurrant, and cherry, layered with spicy black pepper and a hint of forest floor. Despite its 14.5% ABV, the alcohol is seamlessly integrated, allowing the wine’s medium acidity, grippy tannins, and pleasing body to shine. The finish is clean and lasting, and the wine as a whole is light, ethereal, and incredibly drinkable—a fantastic expression of Grenache that shows restraint without sacrificing oomph.
The story behind Altaroses is just as compelling as the wine itself. The D’Anguera family has farmed the same vineyard in Montsant since 1820, making them true stewards of the land. With seven generations of winemaking tradition, Joan and Josep D’Anguera carry forward a legacy of innovation. Their father was a pioneering force—the first to plant Syrah in the region—but the brothers took a bold new direction. Inspired by the elegance of the Côtes du Rhône, they began pulling out Syrah vines and grafting Grenache, embracing a style that emphasizes delicacy, femininity, and floral lift, while still maintaining structure and depth. With biodynamic farming at the core of their practice, the D’Anguera brothers are redefining what Montsant can be—honest, expressive, and alive.
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