2001 VIADER

Cab Sauv 55%, Cab Franc 45%

The Wine: The VIADER blend captures an ideal balance between Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. 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. VIADER is made from the finest selection of our hillside estate on Howell Mountain. VIADER is aged up to 24 months in French oak barrels.

Released: September 11, 2003

Harvest: Oct 4 - Oct 17, 2001

Growing Notes: The growing season was ideal on our well exposed hillside. Although cool until harvest, hot days and cool nights reigned later in the season allowing our berries to ripen at a steady rate, with exceptionally balanced acidity and immense complexity. Yields were small to normal. Our vineyards have been organically and bio-dynamically farmed

Production: 2400

Winemaking Notes: Our distinctive blend of Cabernet Sauvignon —which provides the backbone, structure, character and complexity with succulent fruit and rich tannins— and Cabernet Franc —which instills the aromatics and provides silky structure as well as suppleness and elegance— captures an ideal balance between the two; with the Cabernet Franc contributing early approachability and the Cabernet Sauvignon providing long aging potential.

Tasting Notes: The 2001 is a full-bodied wine, concentrated with layers of black currents, layers of chocolate, hints of licorice, anise, earth and leather and holds a long, complex, and lingering aftertaste. Full bouquet with rich everlasting core of red and black fruits and violet-like aromas.