Orin SwiftPapillon 2020

Name: Papillon
Brand: Orin Swift
SKU: VIN-017551
Price: 71.2 GBP
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Product code: 17551

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Red Wine from
California, USA

Country: USA

Region: California

Type: Red Wine

Winery: Orin Swift

Alcohol: 15.5%

Volume: 750 ml

Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape: 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petite Sirah, 8% Merlot, 6% Syrah, 6% Cabernet Franc

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Country: USA

Region: California

Type: Red Wine

Winery: Orin Swift

Alcohol: 15.5%

Volume: 750 ml

Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape: 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petite Sirah, 8% Merlot, 6% Syrah, 6% Cabernet Franc

Product Notes

Orin Swift Papillon is a phenomenal and captivating red wine blend, primarily sourced from Bordeaux varieties. Characterised by an inky purple colour, it exhibits profound aromas of chocolate, espresso, dark fruit and toasted oak. The sophisticated palate tempts with black berry fruits, cherry and hint of liquorice, underpinned by silky-smooth tannins that give way to an impressively opulent finish. It remains multidimensional, offering spellbinding complexity in every sip. This wine is crafted meticulously by the esteemed winemaker Dave Phinney, bearing testament to the stature and rich tradition of Californian viticulture.

Tasting Notes

An intense ink with a garnet rim, the wine opens with powerful aromatics of cassis, ripe boysenberry, and chaparral with hints of graphite, sage, fire -roasted meats and fresh brioche. The entry floods the palate with ripe dark fruit flavors of blackberry and black cherries as well as fresh minerality and a touch of kir and crme de menthe. With traces of tannin, the wine finishes with a lingering sweet licorice and a smooth acidity. Overall, this vintage of Papillon truly characterizes the theme Ñbold and massive yet also delicate and complex.

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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