2006 Paradigm Merlot

Varietal	Region	Type
Merlot	Napa Valley	Smooth Medium-Bodied Red

Loaded with raspberry and black-cherry flavors, this Merlot provides classic Napa Valley character and intensity, adding notes of spice and earth, plus a hint of toast.
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Paradigm Merlot

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Standing Rib Roast with Garlic-Peppercorn Crust

This standing rib roast makes an impressive holiday meal. Multicolored mixtures of peppercorns make a milder crust than black peppercorns alone do and add a spicy, pungent crunch to the roast. When buying the roast, ask for a butcher’s cut, with the bones separated but tied back on, which will add flavor during roasting and simplify carving.

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Additional Wine Information

Story

Ren and Marilyn Harris own and manage Paradigm, a small estate in Oakville, the heart of Napa Valley's most famous region for Bordeaux varieties. Owners of the property since 1976, the Harrises produced their first vintage in 1991, hiring then-up-and-coming winemaker Heidi Barrett. Fans of cult Cabernets will recognize Barrett's name, as she went on to become one of the most celebrated winemakers in the United States. Her steady hand coaxes the best out of Paradigm's vineyards, which are the winery's sole source of grapes. Merlot in Napa rarely has difficulty achieving ripeness, but it does not always develop such intense layers of flavor while retaining balance and restraint, as in this bottling.

Sense

The wine delivers soft, enticing aromas of black licorice, plum and chocolate-covered cherries.

Savor

Loaded with raspberry and black-cherry flavors, this Merlot provides classic Napa Valley character and intensity, adding notes of spice and earth, plus a hint of toast.

Serve

Thanks to integrated tannins and supple structure, the Paradigm Merlot will hold up to typical Bordelaise matches like well-marbled steaks, chops and roasts. But lighter meats like veal and pork also make excellent choices. For accent flavors, pick up the Paradigm's earthy elements with bell peppers, mushrooms, eggplant or root vegetables, or look to fresh green herbs for an herbaceous match.

Serving Instructions

Serve a little cooler than room temperature: refrigerate the bottle for 10 minutes before serving.

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