Lot 3

California Cult Wine collection, four-bottle collection from Orin Swift Cellars

Orin Swift is the brainchild of a brilliant young man by the name of Dave Phinney. His Midas touch with grapes from seemingly anywhere in the world, is unusual, but the brilliance of the wines, his creativeness and unparalleled blending talents have built an incredible portfolio right out of the gate.

2018 Orin Swift Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon "Palermo," Saint Helena

Ripe, with a bright edge to the mix of plum, loganberry and huckleberry flavors, backed by violet and anise notes and driving through the graphite-edged finish. Approachable already, but there's no rush. Drink now through 2031.

92 points, The Wine Spectator

2017 Orin Swift Cellars Red Wine "Papillon," St. Helena

A rich, fruity red with jam, light prune and berry character. Full body, round tannins and juicy finish. Big wine. Drink now.

91 points, James Suckling

2017 Orin Swift Cellars Red Wine "Machete," Saint Helena

Composed of Petite Sirah, Syrah and Grenache, aged for 12 months in oak (38% new), the 2017 Proprietary Red Machete sports a deep garnet-purple color. It has a fragrant nose of black cherry compote, blueberry pie and dried mulberries with hints of candied violets, dark chocolate and roses. Full-bodied, rich and seductive, the palate delivers tons of opulent fruit and a plush texture, finishing long and perfumed.

91+ points, The Wine Advocate

2018 Orin Swift Cellars "Eight Years in the Desert California" Red Wine

Composed of Zinfandel with Syrah, Petite Sirah and Grenache, the 2018 Red Blend 8 Years in the Desert was aged for eight months in American oak barrels (37% new). Deep garnet-purple colored, it comes roaring out of the glass with notions of baked black cherries, raspberry preserves, blueberry tart and potpourri plus hints of garrigue, tobacco leaf and cinnamon stick. Full-bodied, the richly fruited palate has a pleasantly chewy texture and loads of savory layers coming through on the finish.

92 points, The Wine Advocate

Please note: Due to state statutes we are unable to ship wine to the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Mississippi or Utah.