Orin Swift 2021 Papillon Napa Red Wine
Orin Swift 2021 Papillon Napa Valley Red Wine
91–93 Points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The Orin Swift 2021 Papillon is a bold and sophisticated Napa Valley red wine crafted as a classic five-variety Bordeaux-style blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Malbec, and Petit Verdot. The wine opens with expressive aromas of boysenberry jam, violets, chocolate-covered blueberry, Cara Cara orange, graphite, and brioche. On the palate, generous layers of cassis, blackberry, and baking spice unfold across a full-bodied, enveloping texture, supported by chalky, drying tannins and bright freshness. Aged for 13 months in French oak, 44% new, this powerful yet polished Napa red finishes with remarkable length and structure, offering excellent potential for further development in the cellar.
- Winery: Orin Swift Cellars
- Wine: Papillon
- Vintage: 2021
- Country: United States
- Region: California
- Appellation: Napa Valley
- Varietal: Red Blend
- Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Malbec, Petit Verdot
- Aging: 13 months in French oak
- New Oak: 44%
- Alcohol: 15.5% ABV
- Critical Acclaim: 91–93 Points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
- Style: Full-bodied, rich, structured, powerful, and velvety
- Tasting Notes: Boysenberry, cassis, blackberry, blueberry, violets, baking spice, graphite, brioche, and chocolate
- Aging Potential: Drink now through 2035+
- Food Pairing: Grilled ribeye, filet mignon, braised short ribs, roast lamb, beef tenderloin, grilled vegetables, and aged cheeses.
Why You'll Love It
- 91–93 Points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
- A signature Napa Valley Bordeaux-style blend from Orin Swift
- Features all five classic Bordeaux varieties in one expressive wine
- Rich layers of cassis, blackberry, boysenberry, and chocolate-covered blueberry
- Complex aromatics of violets, graphite, brioche, and baking spice
- Aged in 44% new French oak for depth and polished structure
- Full-bodied palate with chalky tannins and an exceptionally long finish
- An impressive cellar-worthy Napa Valley red for collectors and Bordeaux blend enthusiasts
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