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Viader Vineyards
The Vineyard is located on Howell Mountain at the 1200 ft. elevation, approximately 2.5 miles northeast of St. Helena in the Napa Valley. Viader has chosen a unique planting design. Rather than running the vine rows contoured in terraces, the vineyard rows run up and down the hillside with a slope of 32%. The Volcanic-Forward/Aiken soils offer perfect drainage. Maximum sun exposure is achieved by the East-west orientation of rows. The vertical trellis traditionally used in Bordeaux keeps the small vines erect. Very close spacing (6" x 4") allows a density of about 2000 vines per acre. The vineyards are solely hand-labored and organically farmed (no chemicals used). Viader does all of this in order to maintain the fine balance between struggle and survival which results in grapes, and finally wines, of great character. The result of such care and attention to detail is a very distinctive flavor profile. In a style reminiscent of the best of St. Emilion, particularly Chateau Cheval Blanc, a high proportion of Cabernet Franc (always around 40%) is used in our proprietary blend.
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Intense concentrated fruit with black currents, layers of chocolate, hints of licorice, anise, earth and leather, with a long, complex, and lingering aftertaste. Powerful nose and rich everlasting core of red and black fruits with well-incorporated tannins”" though not overpowering”"lead to an elegant and graceful gem. Although quite approachable, it ... more
BN#141493
The Viader blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc captures an ideal balance between the two varieties. The Cabernet Franc contributes to the early approachability, elegant structure and violet-like aromatics while the Cabernet Sauvignon adds complexity and character as well as providing the backbone structure for long aging potential. more
BN#174128
The 2004 Viader is intense, upfront, floral bouquet laced with chocolate, coffee, anise, earth and leather. Lingering, complex tannins firm up in the finish which is rounded by the powerful aromas of blackberry, blueberry and mint. Approachable now, bottle aging will further develop bouquet and complexity. Awonderfully elegant mountain beauty! more
BN#191787
In 2001, the “V” blend revolved around 58% Petit Verdot, 34% Cabernet Sauvignon and 8% Cabernet Franc. The Petit Verdot adds color, tannin and piquant spice to the blend while Cabernet Sauvignon maintains the balance, providing a strong backbone upon which to display the exoticism of Viader Petit Verdot. The ... more
BN#146479
All sizes are 750mL unless otherwise noted.
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