2009 Orin Swift The Prisoner

Estate: Orin Swift

Region: Napa Valley, California, United States of America.

Tasting Note:July 16, 2017

First of the two blind Zinfandel blends paired with our turkey burgers and black bean veggie burgers. Deep garnet red. A bit herbal on the nose with dark fruits that became stronger with air. Medium tannins (6.5/10) and light plus to medium bodied. Rich and plush attack, drinking its best between hour one and two. Notes of strawberry jam, boysenberries, blackcurrants, bramble berries, blue fruits, asian spices and a touch of cocoa. Finish lingers for quite a bit.

This Prisoner was the last vintage under Orin Swift before being sold to Huneeus Vintners. This vintage is made up of 51% Zinfandel, 19% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Syrah, 7% Petite Sirah, 3% Charbono, 1% Malbec and 1% Grenache. Needed twenty minutes or so to open up but beautiful fruits after that.

Drink Dates:

2017 till 2019.

Rating:

92 points.

Price Point:

$$ - Purchased from Wines Till Sold Out for around $35.00.

Orin Swift, The Prisoner, Red Blend, Red Wine, Napa Valley, United States of America, California, North CoastGreg Ballington2009, Orin Swift, The Prisoner, Red Blend, Red Wine, Napa Valley, United States of America, California, North Coast, $$, 92 PointsComment