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Cain Vineyards Sold Amid Napa Wine Industry Challenges

4/2/2026

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Cain Vineyards and Winery in Napa Valley was sold to Third Leaf Partners, which acquired brand and inventory but not the estate.
Alex Pagon, managing partner of Third Leaf Partners, notes financial stress as banks withdraw support.
Replanting is underway with a goal to restore the vineyard by 2030.
Napa wine industry faces closures amid changing consumer habits, but Pagon sees opportunities to help businesses and maintain winemaking practices.

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Story summary

Cain Vineyards and Winery in Napa Valley was sold to Third Leaf Partners, which acquired brand and inventory but not the estate.
Alex Pagon, managing partner of Third Leaf Partners, notes financial stress as banks withdraw support.
Replanting is underway with a goal to restore the vineyard by 2030.
Napa wine industry faces closures amid changing consumer habits, but Pagon sees opportunities to help businesses and maintain winemaking practices.