Orin Swift Cellars

Blank Stare Sauvignon Blanc

9.055 ratings
8.88 pro ratings
Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, USA
Sauvignon Blanc
Cheddar & Gruyere, Tomato-Based, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Goat & Feta Cheese, Chili & Hot Spicy, White Fish, Salads & Greens, Meaty & Oily Fish, Fruit Desserts, Shellfish
Top Notes For
Byron C Mayes

Star bright yellow. Slow-moving legs. White pepper and citrus rind on the inviting nose. Echoed on the very big (15.5% ABV) palate which adds green apple, underripe banana, and birch (not necessarily in that order). Acidity is a bit low for the variety, but still fully present. Overall, more of a red wine feel than a that if a traditional white wine but without the skin time. Pairing? Ignore your usual SB go-to dishes. Favor very rich and heavy "white wine" fare -- shellfish-topped salmon, swordfish, pork tenderloin, any surrounded by rich cream sauce -- or even the lighter end of "red wine" dishes like filet mignon under Béarnaise sauce. Not your typical SB. Decant and drink by 2024.

Star bright yellow. Slow-moving legs. White pepper and citrus rind on the inviting nose. Echoed on the very big (15.5% ABV) palate which adds green apple, underripe banana, and birch (not necessarily in that order). Acidity is a bit low for the variety, but still fully present. Overall, more of a red wine feel than a that if a traditional white wine but without the skin time. Pairing? Ignore your usual SB go-to dishes. Favor very rich and heavy "white wine" fare -- shellfish-topped salmon, swordfish, pork tenderloin, any surrounded by rich cream sauce -- or even the lighter end of "red wine" dishes like filet mignon under Béarnaise sauce. Not your typical SB. Decant and drink by 2024.

Aug 23rd, 2023
Sipping Fine Wine

A blend of 95% Sauvignon Blanc, 5% Semillon, pale lemon color with aromas of tropical and citrus fruits with grassy notes. On the palate peach, pear and citrus flavors with flint and sweet herb notes, with balanced acidity. Medium+ finish ending with mineral and grassy notes. Nice!

A blend of 95% Sauvignon Blanc, 5% Semillon, pale lemon color with aromas of tropical and citrus fruits with grassy notes. On the palate peach, pear and citrus flavors with flint and sweet herb notes, with balanced acidity. Medium+ finish ending with mineral and grassy notes. Nice!

Jul 21st, 2019
David L

Just not a fan of the Chardonnay. This SB is much better. Very much new world to me. Finishes with a creaminess to it. The acidity is for the most part erased . Would absolutely purchase this one. @Greg Ballington Want thank you for sharing this with me.

Just not a fan of the Chardonnay. This SB is much better. Very much new world to me. Finishes with a creaminess to it. The acidity is for the most part erased . Would absolutely purchase this one. @Greg Ballington Want thank you for sharing this with me.

Nov 3rd, 2017
Sue Mohle

Too much Boxwood and acid, unbalanced

Too much Boxwood and acid, unbalanced

Sep 21st, 2017
Sipping Fine Wine

Tried ‘16, now ‘17 A blend of 97% Sauvignon Blanc & 3% Muscat (note: the ‘16 blend had Semillon vs Muscat), pale lemon-lime color with aromas of tropical and citrus fruits with zesty honey notes. On the palate apple, peach, pear and citrus flavors with wet stone and subtle herb notes, with gorgeous acidity. Long fresh finish ending with mineral notes. Nice! ‘17 to me is a tad better.

Tried ‘16, now ‘17 A blend of 97% Sauvignon Blanc & 3% Muscat (note: the ‘16 blend had Semillon vs Muscat), pale lemon-lime color with aromas of tropical and citrus fruits with zesty honey notes. On the palate apple, peach, pear and citrus flavors with wet stone and subtle herb notes, with gorgeous acidity. Long fresh finish ending with mineral notes. Nice! ‘17 to me is a tad better.

1 person found it helpfulJul 27th, 2019
Aren Larson

A scrumptious Sav Blanc🍷 thanks Malisto

A scrumptious Sav Blanc🍷 thanks Malisto

1 person found it helpfulJan 1st, 2018
Martinez

Delicate nose with aromas of white peach and pear. Quite round, moderate acidity

Delicate nose with aromas of white peach and pear. Quite round, moderate acidity

Dec 26th, 2021
Raul Puga

Really enjoyed this

Really enjoyed this

Aug 14th, 2021
Raul Puga

Definitely new world wine. Much better than any other white I’ve had from this producer. Very yummy

Definitely new world wine. Much better than any other white I’ve had from this producer. Very yummy

Feb 15th, 2020
Jeff Ball

I love this Chardonnay leaning Sauvignon Blanc! Chars on the palette, Sauvignon on the nose. This paired quite well with oysters,

I love this Chardonnay leaning Sauvignon Blanc! Chars on the palette, Sauvignon on the nose. This paired quite well with oysters,

Nov 21st, 2019