Orin SwiftMachete 2020

Product code: 15413
£52.25 inc VAT
USA
Red Wine from
California, USA
Country
Country: USA
Region
Region: California
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Orin Swift
Alcohol
Alcohol: 15%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Shiraz/Syrah
Grape: 45% Syrah,40% Petite Sirah, 5% Grenache, 4% Malbec
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Country
Country: USA
Region
Region: California
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Orin Swift
Alcohol
Alcohol: 15%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Shiraz/Syrah
Grape: 45% Syrah,40% Petite Sirah, 5% Grenache, 4% Malbec

Product Notes

Orin Swift Machete is a flagship red wine from California, known for its bold and complex character. It is made from a blend of Petite Sirah, Syrah, and Grenache grapes that are sourced from different vineyards in Napa and Sonoma regions. The wine is aged for 10 months in French oak barrels, which adds a hint of vanilla and spice to the wine. The aroma of dark fruits, blackberries, and blueberries is dominant on the nose, while flavors of raspberries, plum, and dark chocolate are prominent on the palate. The wine has medium tannins and a long, smooth finish. It pairs well with grilled meats, cheese, and charcuterie platters.

Tasting Notes

Powerful aromas of crme de cassis, boysenberry and ripe cherries with a soft minerality and hints of dark chocolate can be found on the nose. On the palate, dark plums are prominent with hints of vanilla and chocolate, enhanced by a smooth velvety texture.

About the Winery

Orin Swift

The history and venture of Orin Swift date back to as late as 1995 and begins with winemaker David Swift Phinney. David had been involved in the winemaking business for a long time, working in renowned wineries of the Napa Valley region. The experience and know-how he gained from his hands-on job at these places, including Whitehall Lane and Robert Mondavi Winery, helped him significantly later on to manage Orin Swift. Even as a student, he took up a friend’s offer and visited Florence, Italy. There, he got introduced to the wonders of wine. He also learnt the methods and practices of winemaking, getting him hooked. 

David decided that if he had to work so hard, he would do it for himself a few years into his job at the wineries. This motivation led to the establishment of Orin Swift in 1998. 

The appellation of the winery serves as a tribute to his parents. Orin is the name of his father, and Swift, the maiden name of his mother. 

David started with merely two tons of the grape variety zinfandel. He spent all his efforts in the next decade to create and produce wines. He worked tirelessly to grow the brand to today’s level. 

Some people say that it was not arduous for David Swift Phinney to develop Orin Swift to what it is today. After all, the winemaker had always been known for creating catchy, creative, and clever labels for the wine bottles. Even today, the winery continues to make memorable marks to signify the uniqueness of its wines. Their portfolio consists of provocative brands like Machete, whose label depicts sparsely clad models holding the blade, the machete. Other notable wine bottles include Trigger Warning that portrays a photo showing a boy aiming a gun towards the camera’s direction.

https://www.orinswift.com

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