Newport, RI - March 3, 2010 - The Mooring Seafood Kitchen & Bar, located on Sayer's Wharf in Newport, RI, will host a VIADER wine dinner on Friday March 26th.  Delia Viader, founder of Viader Winery, will lead guests through each selection of wine as they are paired with an elegant four-course dinner prepared by chefs Chris Ferris, Matt Preble, and Mike Conetta.

A reception will begin at 6:30 p.m.; dinner will be served at 7:30 p.m.  The cost is $95.00 per person; tax and gratuity are additional.  For more information or to make a reservation, please call 401.846.2260.

The evening will begin with a selection of hors d'oeuvres, including Ceviche of Scallop and Shrimp: fresh scallop and shrimp with lemon and lime juices, extra virgin olive oil, and chives; Spicy Salmon Roll Tempura: fresh salmon with siracha mayonnaise, rolled into sushi, deep fried, and served with ponzu; Leek and Porcini Arancini served with sweet yellow pepper sauce; and Broiled Rome Point Oysters, topped with caramelized spring onion and orange water; all paired with the 2008 DARE  by Viader Dry Rosé, featuring strong aromas of ripe Bing cherry, cassis liqueur, raspberry, and hints of rose, wisteria and violet on the finish.

Dinner will begin with Braised Pork Cheeks with saffron rice, queso fresco, spring peas and Cajun spiced crayfish cream, all paired with the 2006 DARE by Viader Tempranillo,  offering a beautiful bouquet of violets on the nose amid layers of spice, dark fruit, bitter chocolate, tobacco, rich caramel, cigar wrap and hints of leather on the firm and powerful finish.

A Grilled Quail stuffed with sweet sausage and golden raisins will follow, served with mushroom beluga lentils, wilted peppercress, quail jus, and the 2006 VIADER Syrah, a powerful selection with blasts of berry, chocolate, espresso and black pepper.

The evening's third course will feature Roasted Elysian Fields Lamb with a chive and celery root potato gallette and truffle lamb demi, complemented by the 2005 VIADER Proprietary Blend.  Rated a '92' by Wine Enthusiast, the blend features Cabernet Sauvignon with a significant component of Cabernet Franc, leading to black currant, mocha, cherry and new oak flavors.

The evening will conclude with a Warm Blue Cheese Soufflé with caramelized leeks and red wine balsamic syrup, paired with the 2006 DARE by Viader Cabernet Sauvignon, rated a '90' by Wine Spectator for its Bordeaux-like mix of flavors and structure, offering loamy earth, dried currant and berry, and ripe currant, cherry and licorice flavors.

About VIADER and Delia Viader
Founded in 1986 by Delia Viader, VIADER is located 1200 feet above the Napa Valley floor just northeast of St. Helena on the steep, rocky slopes of Howell Mountain. Emulating a European design quite rare in California, the vines are oriented up and down the steep hillsides, a planting method that optimizes sun exposure, vine density and erosion control. Planting on such a steep grade of 32 % is a challenge and requires meticulous hand farming.

The first VIADER wine was produced in 1989 and with that vintage a proprietary estate blend was established that features Cabernet Franc with Cabernet Sauvignon as its base element.  At the time, this blend was a daring diversion from other Cabernet-based wines being made in Napa Valley. This blend has come to be the signature wine from VIADER.

Over the years, the winery has grown to include an estate Syrah and a Petit Verdot Blend labeled "V." The "V" is a reserve Bordeaux-style blend featuring Petit Verdot and Cabernet Sauvignon fromt the VIADER estate.  The DARE line features three distinct wines - 100% Cabernet Franc, 100% Tempranillo, and 100% Cabernet Sauvignon - incorporating fruit from selected vineyards.

Born in Argentina, Proprietor Delia Viader spent much of her formative years in Europe and especially in France.  She developed an international approach to business and a long range vision of success. Delia came to the United States as a post-graduate student and earned her PhD.

While raising four children on her own, Delia forged the vision and design for this unique estate vineyard property, wine blend and brand.  Because of Delia's dedication, persistence and attention to high ideals, VIADER was recognized early on as a first growth property and the wines have been highly coveted since inception. In the last few years, Delia's children have come back to help manage and operate the business making this a true family concern.

The idea of a single woman running a successful winery business while raising a family of four children on her own was a rare happening in Napa Valley's developing fine wine business in the late '80's, but over the years, Delia has remained true to her vision. Today Viader Vineyards is a thriving family business producing world-class wines from a magnificent, mature estate vineyard property complete with small bonded winery, underground caves, and a Hospitality Center which offers tours and tastings by appointment and a sophisticated wine and food pairing Culinary Program.

About The Mooring Seafood Kitchen & Bar
A legendary dining experience 27 years in the making, the Mooring Seafood Kitchen and Bar elevates the Newport seafood tradition to a new level.  The newly renovated restaurant offers an expanded menu, fusing unique and distinctive flavors with "top-of-catch" seafood, the finest cuts of beef, and locally grown, organic produce.  The cuisine is complemented with one of New England's most award-winning wine lists, featuring more than 750 fine labels.  The Mooring's 25-plus page wine list can be downloaded at their website at www.mooringrestaurant.com.  For more information, please call (401) 846-2260.

The Mooring Seafood Kitchen & Bar is a subsidiary of Newport Harbor Corporation, an employee-owned (ESOP) hospitality company, located in Newport, RI.  For more information on Newport Harbor Corporation, please visit the website at www.newportharbor.com.

For Immediate Release
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