Orin Swift - 8 Years in the Desert 2022
Price: $50.25
| Producer | Orin Swift |
| Country | United States |
| Region | California |
| Varietal | Red Blend |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Sku | 11422 |
Orin Swift Description
The Orin Swift journey started with Zinfandel, the varietal that would launch winemaker Dave Phinney onto the world stage in a big way. Today, when we think complex, drinkable Zin, those edgy, artsy Orin Swift labels are always front of mind.
Evolving aromatics present themselves first with black and white pepper, then a ripe fruit core of brambly raspberry and sweet persimmon, finishing with savory notes of allspice, clove and fig leaf. Boisterous yet elegant on entry, the wine shows its plush layers with distinctive strawberry preserves, blackberry and raspberry pie topped with fresh creme. Round, ripe tannins close the palate menacingly with well-integrated acidity and enduring energy.
At first glance, the 2022 Eight Years in the Desert looks to be almost black, but after closer inspection, a dark crimson starts to shine through with a tinge of purple on the rim. The nose is rife with notes of ripe blueberry, black plum, wild raspberry, espresso bean, sweet oak and a hint of crème de menthe and cedar. The entry is akin to walking through a tunnel of velvet walls with blackberry jam, reduced strawberry and a touch of rhubarb. Bright acidity throughout the palate, the wine closes with round, ripe tannins, fresh pluot and dark chocolate.
Blend – Zinfandel, Syrah, Petite Sirah
