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Orin Swift Slander California Pinot Noir 2018
First time Orin Swift's Pinot Noir has been available and it doesn't disappoint! A big, concentrated Pinot Noir with aromatics of cherries, raspberries, dried rose petals, a touch of sweet oak, and a hint of forest floor. Yum! 91 Points Robert Parker: "The Pinot Noir Slander aged ten months in 30% new French oak. Pale to medium ruby-purple colored, it leaps from the glass with energetic kirsch, crushed raspberries and redcurrant notes with hints of sassafras, violets, dark chocolate and black pepper. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is laden with red and black berry layers, framed by plush tannins and great freshness, finishing long and spicy. "
Ratings on Delectable
Sipping Fine Wine 
I am a big fan of David Swift Phinney wines. In 1998 David founded Orin Swift Cellars; Orin is his father’s middle name and Swift is his mother’s maiden name. Aged 10 mos in French oak, 42% new, Ruby with complex aromas of fresh fruits, floral and herb spice, nice mouthfeel. On the palate flavors of raspberry and cherry with cacao and hints of pepper spice. Rich full chewy tannins, well balanced on long finish ending with fruit and earthy spice.
I am a big fan of David Swift Phinney wines. In 1998 David founded Orin Swift Cellars; Orin is his father’s middle name and Swift is his mother’s maiden name. Aged 10 mos in French oak, 42% new, Ruby with complex aromas of fresh fruits, floral and herb spice, nice mouthfeel. On the palate flavors of raspberry and cherry with cacao and hints of pepper spice. Rich full chewy tannins, well balanced on long finish ending with fruit and earthy spice.
9.2Sipping Fine Wine
I am a big fan of David Swift Phinney wines. In 1998 David founded Orin Swift Cellars; Orin is his father’s middle name and Swift is his mother’s maiden name. Aged 10 mos in French oak, 42% new, Ruby with complex aromas of fresh fruits, floral and herb spice, nice mouthfeel. On the palate flavors of raspberry and cherry with cacao and hints of pepper spice. Rich full chewy tannins, well balanced on long finish ending with fruit and earthy spice.
I am a big fan of David Swift Phinney wines. In 1998 David founded Orin Swift Cellars; Orin is his father’s middle name and Swift is his mother’s maiden name. Aged 10 mos in French oak, 42% new, Ruby with complex aromas of fresh fruits, floral and herb spice, nice mouthfeel. On the palate flavors of raspberry and cherry with cacao and hints of pepper spice. Rich full chewy tannins, well balanced on long finish ending with fruit and earthy spice.
9.2Joe Gillies
On sale from $50 to $40. High abv and initially comes in hot (as expected) but with about a hour after opening it began to settle down. Cranberry, strawberry, mushrooms, and a slight Smokey note. I like it but at this price point, it is probably a pass for me.
On sale from $50 to $40. High abv and initially comes in hot (as expected) but with about a hour after opening it began to settle down. Cranberry, strawberry, mushrooms, and a slight Smokey note. I like it but at this price point, it is probably a pass for me.
8.9Allyson O'Keefe
This is a big Pinot Noir. Pure alcohol & raspberry jam on the nose. Lush, jammy notes of raspberry, boysenberry, dark cherry, red currant, black currant, & subtle blueberry. Jam and juice throughout, with a grippy middle, light cassis, smooth chocolate, and a soft oak finish. Medium-minus acidity. Juice bomb.
This is a big Pinot Noir. Pure alcohol & raspberry jam on the nose. Lush, jammy notes of raspberry, boysenberry, dark cherry, red currant, black currant, & subtle blueberry. Jam and juice throughout, with a grippy middle, light cassis, smooth chocolate, and a soft oak finish. Medium-minus acidity. Juice bomb.
9.0
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