Saxum Vineyards – Paderewski Vineyard 2012 – Paso Robles

Saxum Vineyards – Paderewski Vineyard 2012 – Paso Robles

Name: Saxum Vineyards
Vintage: 2012
Vineyard: Paderewski Vineyard
Region: Paso Robles, California, USA
Grape Variety: 44% Syrah, 26% Mourvèdre (Mataro), 17% Zinfandel, 7% Petite Sirah, 6% Grenache
Alcohol Content: Approx. 15.7%
Bottle Size: 750ml
Rating: Robert Parker (RP) 97+

Tasting Notes

The Paderewski Vineyard 2012 from Saxum Vineyards is a magnificent and expressive Rhône-style blend, offering both the opulence of Paso Robles fruit and the precision of its calcareous terroir.
It opens with intense and layered aromas of blackberry, blueberry, plum, garrigue, and lavender, with undertones of graphite, pepper, and crushed stone adding lift and complexity.

On the palate, it is full-bodied and seamless, with waves of dark fruits, mocha, licorice, and mineral gliding across a rich yet focused texture.
The tannins are polished and integrated, while the natural acidity provides tension and freshness.
The finish is long, pure, and mineral-driven, showing perfect balance between power and finesse.

This 2012 vintage exemplifies Saxum’s hallmark style — lush, layered, and harmoniously structured, delivering immense pleasure and age-worthiness.

Vintage Highlights

The 2012 growing season in Paso Robles was ideal, marked by moderate weather and even ripening throughout harvest.
Paderewski Vineyard’s steep slopes and limestone-rich soils yielded fruit with exceptional concentration and natural lift.
Aged for approximately 22 months in large French oak puncheons and amphorae, the wine achieved both complexity and precision, with no heaviness on the palate.

✔ 97+ points Robert Parker – “a stunning, full-bodied blend of purity, power, and refinement”
✔ From the historic, limestone-dominant Paderewski Vineyard
✔ Combines ripe fruit intensity with mineral-driven balance
✔ Built for longevity — will age gracefully for 15–20 years

Why It’s Special

Paderewski Vineyard is one of Saxum’s flagship sites, and the 2012 vintage reflects its perfect balance of warmth, structure, and energy.
This wine captures the unique interplay of Rhône varietals and Zinfandel, expressing the estate’s innovative blending approach with exceptional clarity.
It remains one of the most collectible and age-worthy vintages in Saxum’s history.

Storage & Serving

Store in a temperature-controlled environment with stable humidity.
Ideal serving temperature: 16–18°C (60–65°F).
Decant for 1.5 to 2 hours before serving to fully reveal its aromatic and structural depth.

Availability

The Paderewski Vineyard 2012 was produced in limited quantities, primarily allocated to Saxum’s private mailing list.
All bottles offered by Deggusto are professionally cellared, sourced directly, and available for immediate and secure shipment.

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