I have sampled Orin Swift’s The Prisoner and am familiar with their full on style. Heady and high in alcohol with great extraction. This wine is no different. It all began with a rich dark purple hue in the glass. Wild flowers, blackberries, earth and plum come across on the nose. Violets and plums with layers of dark fruit compote and an earthy component attack the palate full bore. I loved the very smooth mouthfeel that hides the whopping 15.2% alcohol. Melded tannins and a balanced acidity contribute to the silkiness. This wine is made from Grenache, Syrah and Carignan from the Catalan region. Terroir of the French countryside is evident. Old world in fruit yet New world in extraction and style. It finishes with a touch of cinnamon and blueberry pie. 2014-2020 would be my guess for a drinking window. I give it 92 points and for $33 it deserves 5 stars. Deeeelish. Salut…..
Orin Swift D66 2011
18 Tuesday Nov 2014
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