The “C” comes from Cabernet Sauvignon, which comprises 60% of the blend (with 40% Zinfandel). And indeed, Cab dominates, lending cedar, cassis, forest floor and cigar box character, and firm tannin structure. While the Zinfandel component isn’t obviously apparent, it adds fleshy blackberry and black cherry background notes, and rounds out the palate, making this wine accessible now, yet it’s also built for a few years or cellaring.
Paraduxx, Napa Valley (California) 2010
By Linda Murphy