Cain Five Napa Valley 2011 1.5 L

Cain Five is the estate’s top blend of the five Bordeaux varietals. But, the real story is in the vineyards, which face east toward the Napa Valley below, and are just barely sheltered from the Pacific westerlies by a mountain ridge. By picking not early, but just in time, winemaker Chris Howell has taken Cain’s Cabernet blends to a new level of savory flavors and complexity–or rather, allowed them to express themselves. From the : “The 2011 vintage is not about power, but about a silky, flowing palate and a gentle, lingering finish. The wine is not opaque—it has a beautiful deep garnet hue. While we always say that our wines are intended for the table, here is a Cain Five you can enjoy on its own. The delicate balance of the 2011 Cain Five is a revelation.”