2008 Parajaxx Zinfandel/Petit Verdot Red Wine
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Highlighting a balance between Petit Verdot's classic wild berry and tobacco elements and Zinfandel's red raspberry and spice character, this unique wine is both sumptuous and sophisticated
Wine Profile
Production Notes
COMPOSITION
83% Zinfandel
17% Petit Verdot
Winemaker Notes
· A sophisticated mix of wild blackberry, blueberry and vanilla bean notes, underscored by dark chocolate and tobacco leaf layers
· The Petit Verdot adds depth and firmness, but the tannins remain smooth and approachable
· Generous flavors of chocolate-covered wild strawberries with hints of lavender and blackberry jam finish
Production
· A long, moderately cool summer led to a harvest spread out between mid-August and November
· The relaxed pace allowed us to pick in numerous passes, focusing on individual rows or a single side of the vines
· Early frosts and drought conditions were countered with a meticulous approach to viticulture and sorting
· 2008 yielded small crops with good concentration and soft, appealing tannins
Other Notes
Release
September 2010
Wine Specs
Wine Specs
Vintage
2008
Varietal
Red Blend
Product Reviews
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Standard Bottle
750ml
5 - 5oz Glasses
Serves 2-4
Magnum
1.5 Liters
2 Standard Bottles
Serves 4-5
Double Magnum or Jeroboam
3 Liters
4 Standard Bottles
Serves 6-8
Imperial
6 Liters
8 Standard Bottles
Serves 12-16