Paradigm Winery is in the Oakville appellation of Napa Valley. It is owned and managed by Ren and Marilyn Harris, both of whom come from long-time Napa Valley families. The couple bought the vineyards in 1976 and began making wine in 1991. The winemaker is Heidi Peterson Barrett, one of the area’s winemaking stars. The 55 acres of vineyards are planted to Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Zinfandel and Petite Verdot. The estate makes about 6,000 cases of wine a year.