Orin Swift Cellars

8 Years in the Desert *New Release* Zinfandel Blend

9.164 ratings
9.02 pro ratings
California, USA
Zinfandel, Syrah, Petite Sirah, Grenache
Lamb, Tomato-Based, Potato, White Rice, Pungent Cheese, Pasta, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Salami & Prosciutto, Beef, Chili & Hot Spicy, Mushrooms, Hard Cheese, Pork, Venison, Chicken, Turkey, Herbs, Soft Cheese, Duck, Exotic Spices, Beans & Peas, Baking Spices, Chocolate & Caramel, Veal, Nuts & Seeds, Asian Cuisine, Salads & Greens, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, Quinoa
Top Notes For
Sharon B

After getting past the very strong tannins and high alcohol content, I guess it’s okay. I decanted for an hour but maybe it needs more time or maybe it’s too young. Kind of disappointed πŸ™

After getting past the very strong tannins and high alcohol content, I guess it’s okay. I decanted for an hour but maybe it needs more time or maybe it’s too young. Kind of disappointed πŸ™

Dec 17th, 2019
Joe Gillies

Massive as always with Orin Swifts wines and definitely needs a decant. Decanted for about 45 minutes. Tasted after initially opening and it is a bull in a China shop. Calmed down after the decant, black fruits vanilla licorice and some herbal flavors on the palate. Very good!

Massive as always with Orin Swifts wines and definitely needs a decant. Decanted for about 45 minutes. Tasted after initially opening and it is a bull in a China shop. Calmed down after the decant, black fruits vanilla licorice and some herbal flavors on the palate. Very good!

4 people found it helpfulDec 10th, 2019
Jeff Orlowski

Excellent Zinfandel blend. Full bodied, balanced, lush, dry, versatile. Good value. Outstanding wine with crab cakes and filet mignon. First time drinking the 2018.

Excellent Zinfandel blend. Full bodied, balanced, lush, dry, versatile. Good value. Outstanding wine with crab cakes and filet mignon. First time drinking the 2018.

1 person found it helpfulJan 11th, 2020
Meghan C

NYE 2019-2020

NYE 2019-2020

1 person found it helpfulDec 31st, 2019
Jeffery Heavner

Great juice. Fruit , acid , and tannins .... All very well balanced

Great juice. Fruit , acid , and tannins .... All very well balanced

1 person found it helpfulOct 18th, 2019
Mike

Blackberry and hint of cocoa, good inky liquid earth.

Blackberry and hint of cocoa, good inky liquid earth.

1 person found it helpfulSep 1st, 2018
Neal Ferry

Very Special, thanks Ben & Liz Eberle

Very Special, thanks Ben & Liz Eberle

Jul 31st, 2022
Megan Beres

One of my favorite blends thus far. Fruity, yet dry and balanced. More bold for a blend. Love

One of my favorite blends thus far. Fruity, yet dry and balanced. More bold for a blend. Love

Aug 2nd, 2021
Jack Maloney

Bryan

Bryan

Sep 6th, 2020
TwiLea Fletcher

Mandate 😷 officially in effect.
Cheers!
And now I know the difference between Hampton and South Hampton! πŸ˜€

Mandate 😷 officially in effect.
Cheers!
And now I know the difference between Hampton and South Hampton! πŸ˜€

Aug 12th, 2020