Combining a precipitous slope, mountain elevation, and Paso Robles' west side limestone soil, “Viking” is Adelaida’s premier Cabernet vineyard. A selection of the best barrels from the stony ridge tops delivers a sword-thrust of pure blackcurrants amplified with cedar and mocha richness.

Mountain character here, absolute purity of red berry fruit with a penetrating finish of cranberries to match your best steak.

Combining a precipitous slope, mountain elevation, and Paso Robles' west side limestone soil, “Viking” is Adelaida’s premier Cab vineyard. A selection of the best barrels from the stony ridge tops delivers a sword-thrust of pure blackcurrants amplified with cedar and mocha richness.

The rich scent of currants and cocoa powder segue-way to a deeply flavored mid palate taste of blackberry and plum compote. The precision of a “just picked” farmer’s market fruit stand gives supple and lingering sweetness to the berry intensity.

Two proprietary vineyards, 100% Cabernet, each showing familial eccentricities, joined together to reveal mountain character and good breeding. The cooler site HMR contributes tart red fruit character to enhance the steeper and sun warmed Viking Vineyard’s laser beam of cassis and mineral infused purity.

Combining purity of fruit and heraldic elegance, the “Viking” is a limited selection of the best, mostly ridge top sites from Adelaida’s steep, south facing canyon vineyard, revealing sustaining flavors of mineral infused berries and cedar-cigar box aromatics.

100% Estate fruit offering flavors of chocolate covered strawberries with subtle yet lively tannins from our mountain-grown grapes.

A forward, showy vintage from mountain-challenged vines, the Viking Cab is more a product of its high-elevation, limestone-dominated haunt than its varietal heritage. Intense blue-black color sets the stage for the hallmark, site-specific, blueberry aromas. Classic cassis and licorice flavors dominate in this powerful and structured wine.

No need for patience with this cab, Adelaida’s already done the work, cellared in our climate controlled library, this cab is primed for a coming out party. The two vineyards combine to give this wine a forthright nose of cassis, black cherry, and cedar. With a loving dose of American Oak, the tannins are structured and sweet, for your immediate drinking pleasures.