2018 Orin Swift Papillon Bordeaux Blend, Napa ValleyPreorder (Click here for price) Vintage: 2018 Region: Napa Valley Country: USA Winemaker Notes A neon indigo pours into the glass and sits with a dark garnet core and a lucid cardinal tint. A boisterous nose escapes the glass with aromatics of ripe boysenberry, kirsch, mixed dark berry pie, California Coastal sagebrush and chaparral. Delectable and plush on the palate, notes of blackberry and sweet black licorice culminate in a finish of dusty tannins

His research and instincts led him to the Central Coast

the winery has been able to manage its growth organically whilst maintaining an absolute quality focus

Tangy green-apple and mineral intensity is tempered by richer golden apple and baking spice flavors in this nervy

orange spice and a burst of fresh basil

and clove‑like spice for added complexity

Located in the heart of Calistoga

give this some time

while subtle mesquite excites the senses

James Suckling

raspberriesand plums complement delicate spicyaromas of clovesand licorice

after a twenty-year battle

an influential wine merchant and steward of the prestigious Latour and and Margaux estates