2005 gave us plenty of “hang time” to allow the grapes to ripen gently.  The cool weather on Spring Mountain preserved the firmness of the tannins and the freshness of the aromas, and it gave us our most restrained wine since 1999. 

The 2005 Cain Five shows the emphasis we place on mouth feel:  the texture of the tannins is extremely fine, yet distinctly present.  The aromas are of fresh red cherries and exotic spices. The wine evolves very well in the open glass, which bodes well for the future. Today, you should decant the wine and sip it carefully.  This wine will age gracefully for a long, long time.

Harvest and Varietal Information
Cabernet Sauvignon 60%     Cabernet Franc 16%
Petit Verdot 14%     Merlot 8%     Malbec 2%
Appellation:
Spring Mountain District, Napa Valley
Vineyard Location:
Spring Mountain
Harvest dates:
September 27 – November 1, 2005
Release date: December 1, 2008