92 Points - Wine Enthusiast
2013 Paraduxx Candlestick Napa Valley Red Wine
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At Paraduxx, we have been setting the standard for stylish Napa Valley blends since 1994. Inspired by the iconic blends of the world, and made for the modern palate, our wines have established a reputation for their character and complexity. Striking an elegant balance between richness and sophistication, this alluring blend combines the black cherry, currant and cracked pepper elements of the finest Napa Valley Syrah with the silky tannins and juicy ripe plum notes of great Grenache.
Wine Spectator
90
Wine Enthusiast
92
Wine Review Online
95
Wine & Spirits
92
Wine Profile
Production Notes
Composition: 80% Syrah, 20% Grenache; Oak: 100% French oak, 60% New oak, 40% Second vintage
Winemaker Notes
Inspired by the iconic wines of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, this luscious Syrah-based blend offers an inviting nose of ripe berries and vanilla cream, as well as more savory underlying hints of meat and spice. On the palate, flavors of rich dark berry are underscored by lovely textural elements from barrel aging. Combining the best attributes of both cool and warm climate Syrah, the finish offers lingering notes of ripe berry, bacon and peppery spice.
Production
The 2013 harvest was early, even and excellent, with all of our Estate fruit in the winery by October 10th. A warm dry spring brought an early bud break and created ideal conditions for flowering and fruit set. In the weeks after Labor Day, a moderate heat event followed by a period of perfect weather created a dream scenario for end-of-season ripening. Rain was not a factor, and for the second vintage in a row, the quality of the grapes was exceptional throughout Napa Valley.
Other Notes
Released: November 2016
Wine Specs
Wine Specs
Vintage
2013
Varietal
Red Blend
Appellation
Napa Valley
Harvest Date
September 15 – October 15, 2013
Sugar
26° Brix
Acid
0.61 g/ml titratable acidity
pH
3.90
Aging
18 months in oak
Bottling Date
June 2015
Alcohol %
14.9
Wine Spectator
90
Wine Enthusiast
92
Wine Review Online
95
Wine & Spirits
92
