Wednesday, November 2, 2011

The Prisoner 2009

The Prisoner 2009
Orin Swift
Red Blend $35.99
51% Zinfandel, 19% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Syrah, 7% Petite Sirah, 3% Charbono, 1% Granache, 1% Malbec
15.2% Alcohol
Napa, CA
4.0 Stars

Deep burgundy color. Nearly opaque
Smelled of blackberries with an oak undertone.
Sweet, extremely smooth and balanced. Long luxurious finish. Concentrated fruit.

I tried the Orin Swift Papillon back in August with my sister and her fiancĂ©. It was extremely good, probably one of the best wines I had tried all year.  The Prisoner is the wine that brought Orin Swift acclaim, so I really wanted to try it for myself.  It did not disappoint!  Now I need to try the Mercury Head!

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