Orin Swift '8 Years in the Desert' Zinfandel 2020

For eight years in the early 2010s, Orin Swift Cellars was barred from making any Zinfandel wines. From the grape that started everything OSC, the ‘desert’ gave us an opportunity to explore the diverse range of California’s grape varietals. But, as soon as those eight years were up, we had a plan in place to pay homage to our home.

Grape Varietals: Zinfandel, Syrah, Petite Sirah

Wine Region: Napa Valley, California

Tasting Notes: Brambly red fruit, blueberry preserve and white pepper tones waft from the glass along with notes of forest floor and plum. Lush and rounded, yet with a fresh beam of acidity.

Food Pairing: Cheeseburger with Caramelized Onions and Garlic Aioli

Ratings: 

• Wine Advocate 91/100