Cain Vineyard & Winery
2022 Red Table Wine
"Picnic Tree — Cain Vineyard"
Spring Mountain District AVA
Auction 28 | Lot No. 71
Vintage: 2022
Cain Vineyard & Winery
Red Table Wine
Spring Mountain District
5 cases produced
Highlights
- Some of the oldest vines in the Cain Vineyard
- The first vines planted by winegrower Chris Howell, beginning in 1991
- Classic Cain Vineyard aromatics
- This could only be Cain
Description
These vines are survivors - some of the few to survive the Glass Fire of 2020. High on the ridgeline at the far western edge of Napa Valley, this is our coldest site. This thin clay-shale soil grows a wine like no other, and it’s a delight to recognize here all the signature characteristics of the Cain Vineyard. Like the mythical Phoenix rising from the ashes, this is a symbol of hope, of life and of better things to come.
Wine Facts
- Wine is unfiltered
- Single vineyard wine
- Sustainably produced
- Organically produced (also commonly called "organically grown")
- Wine is 100% estate grown and bottled
- Wine is produced in a Napa Green winery
Christopher Howell
Winemaker, Cain Vineyard & Winery
Chris Howell calls himself, Wine-Grower. He has dedicated more than twenty-five years to Cain Vineyard & Winery. His commitment to Cain stems from a realization that one can only learn from one vintage to the next, and that depth of knowledge of a single vineyard takes years to acquire. His focus is on fine wine-growing, following the process from vineyard into the cellar and finally to the glass. There are just two essential prerequisites for doing this, knowing wine and loving wine. In both of these, he remains a perpetual student.
Country born: United States
Education: My perspective has been informed by very many generous friends, colleagues and teachers, both in Napa and from throughout the world, who have shared their experiences generously. I thank them all.
Years in the wine industry: 30+ years
Winemaking Philosophy:
A confirmed traditionalist, with a New World perspective, Chris believes that winemaking is merely the corollary of grapegrowing. Originality is discovered in the vineyard.
3314 W. Main St
1051 Flagmore Dr
Katy TX 77450
512-921-4579
Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from 3314 W. Main St:
| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almacerro | 2022 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Howell Mountain | 28 (2024) | |
| Cain Vineyard & Winery | 2022 | Red Table Wine | Spring Mountain District | Picnic Tree — Cain Vineyard | 28 (2024) |
| Miner Family Winery | 2022 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | Bonny's Vineyard | 28 (2024) |
| Trefethen Family Vineyards | 2023 | Riesling | Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley | 28 (2024) | |
| Keenan Winery | 2021 | Red Table Wine | Spring Mountain District | Black Phoebe | 27 (2023) |
Winery Distribution
Cain Vineyard & Winery is distributed in the following markets. Please contact the winery directly for the most up-to-date distribution information and to explore commercial opportunities.
Domestic:
- Arizona (Quail)
- California (Revel)
- Colorado (Breakthru)
- Florida (Terroir Selections)
- Georgia (Ultimate)
- Illinois (High Road)
- Massachusetts (Ruby)
- Minnesota (Maverick)
- Missouri (Vintegrity)
- New York (Banville)
- Oklahoma (Premium)
- Texas (Maverick)
International:
- Canada - Ontario (Stephen Ranger)
- United Kingdom (J & B)