leon egozi

9.4

NY wine spectator event — a month ago

Mark Mannebach

9.3

Dark cherry, boysenberry upfront with a long finish with tobacco and chocolate notes. — 2 months ago

Ericsson

9.4

Myth or Truth? Curious what you all think. — 2 months ago

Tom Garland

9.4

2 hour decant(little fine sediment). A striking dark purplish magenta color. On the nose: very aeromatic notes with perfumed dark berries, forest floor, spearment, smoked meat, truffles. Taste: silky, layered, plush wine with dark plum/cherry, milk chocolate, smokey cedar, earth, and a peppery graphite medium plus dry finish. YUM! Drinks well with the decant and time to go. — 3 months ago

with Brenda

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.4

2023 vintage. Medium heavy body. Brooding and petulant while hiding behind a forced smile. This has power and plenty of alcohol but camouflaged tannins. Oodles of blue fruit with hints of milk chocolate-covered cherry, hot maple syrup, ripe plum and graphite. 08.22.25. — 3 months ago

Tom Garland

9.2

Pop and pour. A splendid deep dark magenta color. On the nose: cherry, smokey bell pepper, cedar, cinnamon, vanilla oak, floral. Taste: chalky, smooth, brambly black cherry, cedar, spice, currants, earth....finishes long and precise. YUM! — 5 months ago

with Brenda

Henry Fuseler

9.0

5/2025. Bold flavor and finish. Very nice to drink. — 6 months ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.3

Paradigm – Cabernet Franc 2009
Oakville, Napa Valley – USA 🇺🇸

Overview:
From one of Oakville’s benchmark estates, this 100% Cabernet Franc delivers the kind of depth and structure only Napa’s prime vineyards can produce. A bold yet refined expression of the grape, showing its potential well beyond the Loire style.

Aromas & Flavors:
An outstanding concentration of ripe red fruits, cherry compote, plum, and raspberry, interwoven with savory tobacco leaf, leather, and a dusting of cocoa powder. Subtle notes of dried herbs and graphite linger in the background, giving it a Bordeaux-like complexity with Napa ripeness.

Mouthfeel:
Full-bodied and powerful with a rich, velvety texture. The tannins are firm yet polished, supporting a long, layered finish. Still vibrant and holding beautifully at this stage, showcasing the longevity of the 2009 vintage.

Food Pairings:
Perfect alongside grilled lamb chops, venison, or braised short ribs. Earthy mushroom risotto or truffle pasta would also highlight its savory elegance.

Verdict:
Superb Cabernet Franc with boldness, intensity, and finesse. A wine that reaffirms Oakville as one of Napa’s crown jewels for structured reds. Cheers!

🍷 Personal Pick Highlight:
2009 remains a standout vintage for collectors, this bottle is superb today but still has a few more years of life. Paradigm produces Cabernet Franc in very limited quantities, making it a gem worth seeking out and cellaring. — 2 months ago

Scot Walker

9.1

Red fruit, cream and raspberry. Very smooth and balanced. Paired with chartreuse. — 2 months ago

Robert Stackowiak

9.2

Fragrance of black cherry and spice. Carries over to the palate. Smooth at 8 years old though not overly complex. What you would expect of a fine Napa Cab in this timeframe. September 2025 — 3 months ago

Joe DAscoli

9.4

Excellent fruit and structure. Getting better as it airs out — 3 months ago

Tom Garland

9.4

The Winemaker Dinner: Francoise Peschon

5 WINES FROM HER NAPA PORTFOLIO:
2023 Accendo Laurea Sav Blanc
2021 Baker & Hamilton cab
2019 Cornell cab
2019 Heimark cab
2019 Vine Hill cab

FOOD:
Blufin tuna Tostada
Pepper crusted Elk tartare
Venison smash
Braised wild Boar leg
Bison NY strip steak
Mocha passionfruit opera cake — 4 months ago

with Brenda

Paul J

9.1

PnP. Probably ever so slightly past prime. Nice Sangiovese. Bright fruit with some earth. Not as bold or deep as I remember. Very consistent, good food wine. — 6 months ago

with Brooke

Bob Boyle

9.3

Nose is faint, fully resolving into the body. Body is soft and supple but wonderful experience on the palate with medium finish. Great wine. Tannins are still there, but holding the body with gossamer gloves. — 2 months ago

Joe DAscoli

9.4

Cork came out perfect.

Blasted it with wine2pro for some oxygen and then it really became expressive within about 30 mins.

Good grip and dark structure. Showed some savory notes

Fruit came later on as it mellowed with more airtime. Little blueberry and some black fruits. — 2 months ago

John Malcolm

9.9

Gave this a 9.7 in 2022. The description still matches, but it’s even better know after a two-hour decant. — 2 months ago

John Malcolm

9.9

What a treat! Full-bodied. Black cherries, blueberries, currants, chocolate, with a fabulous finish! — 3 months ago

Chip Habegger

9.1

Could be a 9.2 but I had it at a steakhouse and the Cali Cab - Filet combo makes all’s those wines taste better. Even without the 2+2=5 taste combo was still smooth, darkly fruited, and great. — 4 months ago

David Walser

9.4

Delicious wine. Always a favorite. — 4 months ago

Andrea Watt

9.5

Needed more time to open than I gave it initially. Bold oak and blackberry over leather. — 6 months ago