ORIN SWIFT PAPILLON 750ML

Orin Swift Papillon is a bold and expressive Napa Valley red wine that’s crafted in a Bordeaux‑style blend — typically dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon along with Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Malbec, and Petit Verdot. It’s one of Orin Swift Cellars’ most recognized and celebrated wines, known for its rich fruit profile and layered complexity.

Description

Papillon pours deep crimson to garnet red in the glass and opens with intense aromas of ripe dark fruit such as blackberry, cassis, and black plum, often accented by hints of spice, cedar, and sagebrush. On the palate it delivers full‑bodied, concentrated fruit flavors with notes of dark cherry, blueberry, fig, and subtle herbal or earthy undertones. The texture is typically rich and plush, supported by smooth, structured tannins and a long, lingering finish with touches of dark chocolate, toffee, and oak.

Key Details

1. Type: Red Wine (Bordeaux‑style blend)
2. Region: Napa Valley, California, USA
3. Varietal Blend: Typically Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Merlot & Petit Verdot
4. ABV: Often ~15%+
5. Bottle Size: 750 ml
6. Oak Aging: Aged in French oak (often around a year or more) for added structure and complexity.

Tasting Notes

1. Aroma: Ripe blackberry, cassis, black plum, cedar, spice and subtle earthy notes
2. Palate: Dense dark fruit (black fruits, plum, fig), layers of spice, cocoa or toffee, and balanced oak influence
3. Finish: Long, elegant finish with smooth, structured tannins and lingering fruit and spice tones

Style & Pairing

Papillon is rich, full‑bodied, and complex, making it ideal for pairing with hearty foods such as grilled steak, roast lamb, rich pasta dishes, or aged cheeses. It’s also a wine that can age gracefully with proper cellaring.