Picnic Tree — Cain Vineyard
2022 Red Table Wine
Spring Mountain District
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.
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.
1051 Flagmore Dr
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Almacerro | 2022 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Howell Mountain | 28 | |
Cain Vineyard & Winery Napa Green Winery | 2022 | Red Table Wine | Spring Mountain District | Picnic Tree — Cain Vineyard | 28 |
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Keenan Winery | 2021 | Red Table Wine | Spring Mountain District | Black Phoebe | 27 |
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