Orin Swift 2021 Papillon Napa Red Wine
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