Saxum Vineyards 'Paderewski Vineyard', Paso Robles, USA 2023

The Paderewski Vineyard is a beautiful property owned by Bill and Liz Armstrong, the owners of Epoch Estate. It was the site of the legendary vineyard of Ignacy Jan Paderewski. If you are unfamiliar with the life and music of Ignacy, please look into it, he was a fascinating character and brilliant musician. Long story short, we have replanted the original site. We felt a wine coming from the Paderewski Vineyard had to include the original varieties that made it famous, Zinfandel and Petite Sirah, but in a blend that also showcased our beloved Rhone Varietals too. Our wines are never racked off their lees and are bottled unfined and unfiltered.

"The last vintage from this site as they're moving to all estate fruit, the 2023 Paderewski Vineyard is based on 40% Syrah, 20% Mataro, 14% Graciano, 13% Zinfandel, 7% Tempranillo, and 6% Viognier, fermented with 29% stem inclusion and aged 22 months in 44% new French 300-liter barrels and 30% concrete amphora. Red and black fruits, wildflowers, pepper, and exotic nuances of peach and orange blossom all emerge from this medium to full-bodied wine. Pure, round, layered, and seamless, it shows remarkable purity and a great finish." Jeb Dunnuck 97