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2012 Paraduxx Howell Mountain Napa Valley Red Wine
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Our Vineyard Series is a collection of limited-production wines that offer their own inspired variations on the contemporary and innovative style of our Paraduxx red blends. This offering is a blend of Zinfandel paired with Cabernet Sauvignon that originates exclusively from the Howell Mountain appellation. The region’s 1,800-foot elevation, unique climate and volcanic soils are the key to producing bold, intense wines.
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Wine Profile
Production Notes
Composition: 60% Zinfandel, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon; Oak: 90% French oak, 10% American oak, 40% New Oak, 60% Second Vintage
Winemaker Notes
This mountain-grown wine displays robust aromas of cherry and blackberry cobbler, with a hint of fresh-brewed espresso. The palate is equally expressive, with flavors of blueberry, black tea and black currants. A bold tannin structure adds complexity to this intense and voluptuous wine.
Production
2012 offered near-perfect growing conditions. Warm weather during bloom allowed the vines to set a large crop with increased yields were the result of more berries, not larger berries. Slightly cooler-than-average post-veraison weather, and a lack of any heat events allowed for greatly extended hang time. Harvest was 2-3 weeks later than average, and the grapes arrived at the winery in pristine condition.
Other Notes
Released: August 2015
Wine Specs
Wine Specs
Vintage
2012
Varietal
Red Blend
Appellation
Napa Valley
Harvest Date
September 25 — October 31, 2012
Sugar
26.0° Brix
Acid
0.60g/ml tiratable acidity
pH
4.02
Aging
16 months in oak
Bottling Date
May 2014
Alcohol %
14.5
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90
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