Orin Swift Napa Valley Papillon (Bordeaux Blend) 2018

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Orin Swift
Label Name:
 
Napa Valley Papillon (Bordeaux Blend)
Vintage:
 
2018
Country:
 
United States
Region:
 
Napa Valley
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
15.6%
Grape(s):
 
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Petit Verdot, Merlot
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
5
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Wine Advocate (Robert Parker) 94 pts; James Suckling 93 pts; IntoWine 94 (reviews)

Tasting Note
Rich black-fruit core of blackberry, boysenberry and plum with kirsch, black licorice, graphite and sage; plush, full-bodied with dusty, grainy tannins and a long, spicy finish.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled ribeye, roasted lamb, beef stew, mature cheeses. Asian: Korean BBQ (bulgogi), char siu, Peking duck, Sichuan beef or peppery Chinese-style braises.

Production Method
Bordeaux-style fermentation and blending from Napa vineyards; aged ~15 months in French oak (≈52% new).

Vineyard Info
Orin Swift Cellars (founded by winemaker Dave Phinney) produces bold, Napa Bordeaux-style blends; Papillon is their Napa Valley red blend flagship.