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Orin Swift Papillon 2017 Wine Review

Orin Swift Papillon 2017

Orin Swift Papillon 2017

Napa Valley, California, United States

Community Score:94/100

Community Reviews: 2

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Price: $115.95

Drink: 2019-2028

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 15.7%

Sweetness: Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Orin Swift

Agent: E&J Gallo Winery Canada Ltd.

Natalie's Score: 94/100

The 2015 vintage of the robust Papillon Proprietary Red is a gorgeous, sensuously layered red wine blend featuring aromas of dark berries, smoke and spike. Some mocha and espresso from judicious oak aging. Satin texture with a long finish. Decant 1 hour and enjoy with a grilled steak.

Food pairings: grilled Tomahawk steak, venison roast, roast saddle of rabbit.

This Orin Swift Papillon 2017 was reviewed on November 14, 2020 by Natalie MacLean

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Jennifer Havers - WSET Level 3 rated this wine as 93/100 with the following review:

A powerful Napa Cabernet Sauvignon. Aromas of currant, blackberry, warm spice, eucalyptus, leather and smoke. Full bodied, bright, balancing acidity, with drying tannins, ripe, luscious berry notes, and hints of herbs, mint, and smoke. Enjoy with a grilled steak.

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