Orin Swift Mercury Head is a sumptuous Californian wine that offers a rich, full-bodied palate experience. With an expressive aroma featuring elements of ripe blackcurrant, dark cherry, and touch of spice, it exudes opulence. Its meticulously structured vintage has deep layers of chocolate, licorice, and vanilla, boasting intense flavors. Subtle notes of toasted oak add a delightful complexity. Its fine, velvety tannins augment the long, satisfying finish. This strikingly balanced wine is heavenly when sampled with lavish cuts of red meat. Each bottle sports a unique Mercury Head dime, encapsulating the rare elegance and indulgence on offer.

Tasting Notes

A familiar nose of pedigree, the wine opens with aromatics of ripe raspberry, blackcurrant, cigar box and a hint of fresh sandalwood shavings and Herbs de Provence—mysteriously intriguing at first but evolving into a thoroughbred with time and air. Dense and layered on the palate, an immediate note of mixed berry strudel topped with fresh cream, fresh black raspberry and soft tannins akin to baking chocolate transition to a finish of both nuance and concentration. Still young, the wine will continue to evolve gracefully while retaining its luscious quality and classic Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon nature.

About the Winery

Nestled gracefully in the heart of Napa Valley, California, Orin Swift Winery has established itself as a beacon of quality and innovation in the winemaking industry. Since its auspicious founding in 1988, by the maverick winemaker Dave Phinney, the winery boasts an excellent reputation that echoes globally, alluring wine aficionados and casual enthusiasts alike.

Phinney's forefront of creativity, combined with devoted commitment to quality, has been pivotal in their signature blends that are noted for their distinctive richness. Their undying passion for producing top-notch wines is matched only by their untamed ambition. Beyond its Grenache-based blends, for which it is most renowned, Orin Swift produces rich and complex white and red wines from an assortment of grape varietals, painting an impressive portfolio. The avant-garde labels complement the exquisite blends, creating a beautiful harmony of art and wine.

Guided tours and tastings offer an intimate foray into the world of Orin Swift's wines. Guests are taken on an unforgettable journey through the vineyards, the cellars, and into the tasting room with its sophisticated atmosphere and beguiling aromas, All the while, detailed explanations and engaging stories unravel, illuminating the intricacies of wine production and the grandeur of Orin Swift’s legacy.

Orin Swift Winery is not just about its varietals, it's an orchestra of elements that harmonise to create an indelible imprint, stirring the senses and evoking emotion. It's beyond winemaking; it's about transforming grapes into expressions of great artistry and complexity, making every sip a truly immersive experience.

Operating under a robust philosophy of visionary winemaking, Orin Swift Winery, continues to thrive in subtle defiance of commercial norms, creating remarkable wines that bear the unmistakable touch of Phinneys skilled hand. Evocative, compelling and captivating, Orin Swift is more than a winery. It's a testament to the limitless power of imagination, creativity and an unyielding dedication to crafting timeless wines.

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