I couldn't pick between the two, knowing little about either.
I've not spent $1200 on a complete bike yet, so any opinion I'd offer would be worthless as far as a choice.

If you're going to buy a main bike for doing nearly everything, the Paramount is a little vain for that.
Still, I'd respect the heck out of a guy who shows up for everthing on his 50th Anniv and whips it good.
I know of no rule that says high end bikes shouldn't be ridden hard and often. That's what they're for.

If you're going to spend that kind of money (before a group) on a main bike, there are probably cheaper options.
They'd ride as well, if not better, and allow you to spend the savings on components, especially wheels.

Right now, for a workhorse high end bike, I'd go for a Canopus, if you can find one.
Great quality, strong build, and no frills that aren't functional.
Built where bikes lasted through many riders, because they had to.