The NV15 is a composition of 2014 and 2015, two rather powerful years. 2014 was the
third year of drought; 2015 had very low yields due to cool, foggy weather during
flowering. The result carries a bit more weight on the palate than its predecessors. A big
chunk of the inimitable Cain Vineyard is here – fresh, aromatic, savory – with the
lightest, most drinkable lots chosen specifically for the Cuvée, often from the coolest
parts of the vineyard and usually from the older vintage with more time in cellar. This is
a wine of intention.
