Paraduxx
2009 Red Wine
Napa Valley AVA
Auction 15 | Lot No. 170
Vintage: 2009
Paraduxx
Red Wine
Napa Valley
10 cases produced
Description
Paraduxx is a bold and expressive Napa
Valley red wine created in the tradition of the
world’s great blends. This bottling, crafted
for Premiere Napa Valley, is a reflection of the
Zinfandel-focused Paraduxx. The blend offers
a counterpoint of Cabernet Sauvignon paired
with Zinfandel that will cellar well for years.
Tasting Chart
| bone dry | very sweet | |
| light body | very full bodied | |
| soft, gentle |
|
very crisp |
| no tannins | heavy tannins | |
 |
David Marchesi
Winemaker, Paraduxx
Don's experience include's Napa Valley's Trefethen Family Vineyards, where Don was the enologist. Working with Trefethen's Bordeaux varieties, Don developed a barrel-by-barrel approach to blending. Don further refined his approach to blending when he became the assistant winemaker at Francis Coppola Winery, in 2008, where he supervised winemaking activities at multiple facilities. Then in 2011, Don joined Duckhorn Wine Company as the associate winemaker for Sonoma County, overseeing Decoy. In 2014, in recognition of his skill as a winemaker, and his masterful blending ability, Don was named the winemaker for Paraduxx.
Country born: United States
Education: Don gained an international perspective on winemaking by earning his wine science degree from Australia's Charles Sturt University- one of the world's most respected viticulture and enology schools. At Charles Sturt, Don was selected for the prestigious assistant research winemaker position at Australia's National Wine and Grape Industry Center, where he honed his skills with multiple grape varieties.
Years in the wine industry: 10-15 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
As the winemaker for Paraduxx, Don LaBorde is committed to the idea that the Napa Valley is capable of producing exceptional contemporary blends that showcase a uniquely Californian personality. Don combines his mastery of multiple grape varieties, winemaking experience spanning two continents, and a love of blending to make wines acclaimed for their stature and sophistication.
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| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coquerel Family Wine Estates | 2010 | Sauvignon Blanc | Napa Valley | 15 (2011) | |
| Emblem Wines | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Oso Vineyard Selection | 15 (2011) |
| Paoletti Estates Winery | 2009 | Nero d'Avola | Calistoga | 15 (2011) | |
| Paraduxx | 2009 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | 15 (2011) | |
| Sterling Vineyards | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Diamond Mountain District | Peterson Ranch | 15 (2011) |
| Storybook Mountain Vineyards/Seps Estate | 2009 | Zinfandel | Calistoga | Antaeus Reserve | 15 (2011) |
| Barlow Vineyards | 2008 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 14 (2010) | |
| Hess Collection Winery | 2008 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder | 14 (2010) | |
| Madonna Estate | 2009 | Pinot Noir | Los Carneros | Barrel Selection | 14 (2010) |
| Summers Estate Wines | 2008 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 14 (2010) | |
| William Hill Estate Winery | 2008 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 14 (2010) | |
| Zahtila Vineyards | 2008 | Zinfandel | Calistoga | 14 (2010) | |
| Barlow Vineyards | 2007 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Calistoga | 13 (2009) | |
| NARSAI DAVID ESTATES | 2007 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Cuvee Venus | 13 (2009) |
| O'Brien Estate | 2007 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | Temptation | 13 (2009) |
| William Hill Estate Winery | 2007 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 13 (2009) | |
| Zahtila Vineyards | 2007 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | 13 (2009) | |
| Barlow Vineyards | 2004 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Hillside Selection | 10 (2006) |
| Zahtila Vineyards | 2004 | Zinfandel | Napa Valley | Oat Hill Barrel Select | 10 (2006) |
| Domaine Chandon | 2003 | Pinot Noir | Los Carneros | 9 (2005) | |
| Long Meadow Ranch Winery | 2003 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 9 (2005) | |
| Bighorn Cellars | 2002 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Bill's Barrel Broken Rock Block | 8 (2004) |
| CE2V | 2002 | Sangiovese | Napa Valley | 8 (2004) | |
| Cosentino Winery | 2002 | Meritage Red Table Wine | Napa Valley | 8 (2004) | |
| Freemark Abbey | 2001 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | Cabernet Bosche | 8 (2004) |
| Stonehedge Winery | 2002 | Cabernet Sauvignon 70%, Shiraz 30% | Atlas Peak | Morpheus II | 8 (2004) |
| William Hill Estate Winery | 2002 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 8 (2004) | |
| Zahtila Vineyards | 2002 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | Beckstoffer Vineyards, Georges III, Lot 1 | 8 (2004) |
| Ardente Winery | 2001 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Atlas Peak | Block 1 | 7 (2003) |
| Charles Krug - Peter Mondavi Family | 2002 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 7 (2003) | |
| Frog's Leap | 2002 | Zinfandel | Napa Valley | Kidd Ranch | 7 (2003) |
| Sterling Vineyards | 2001 | Petit Verdot | Calistoga | 7 (2003) | |
| Zahtila Vineyards | 2001 | Zinfandel | Napa Valley | Oat Hill Estate | 7 (2003) |
| Buehler Vineyards | 2000 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | The Terrace | 6 (2002) |
| Goosecross Cellars | 2000 | Zinfandel | Yountville | State Lane Tiedemann Ranch | 6 (2002) |
| Howell Mountain Vineyards | 2000 | Zinfandel | Howell Mountain | Top of Napa | 6 (2002) |
| Helena View Johnston Vineyards | 1999 | Red Table Wine | Napa Valley | 5 (2001) | |
| Larkmead Vineyards | 1999 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Old Vine Selection | 5 (2001) |
| Burgess Cellars | 1998 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Estate Grown | 4 (2000) |
| Quail Ridge Cellars and Vineyards | 1998 | Cabernet Sauvignon (50%), Merlot (25%), Cabernet Franc (25%) | Napa Valley | 4 (2000) | |
| Larkmead Vineyards | 1997 | Merlot (100%) | Napa Valley | Estate Single Block | 3 (1999) |
| Rombauer Vineyards | 1996 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Diamond Selection | 2 (1998) |
| Schramsberg Vineyards | 1993 | Napa Valley Champagne | Napa Valley | Reserve | 2 (1998) |
Winery Distribution
Paraduxx is distributed in the following markets. Please contact the winery directly for the most up-to-date distribution information and to explore commercial opportunities.
Domestic:
- Arkansas (Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits )
- Louisiana (Republic National Distributing Co.)
- Maryland (Breakthru Beverage)
- North Carolina (NC - Tryon Distributing)
International:
- Thailand (California Pacific Wines LLC)
- Thailand (California Pacific Wines LLC)