Orin Swift

Papillon Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Blend

9.25 ratings

-no pro ratings

Napa Valley, California, USA

Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot

Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Pungent Cheese, Salami & Prosciutto, Hard Cheese, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Chicken, Turkey, Soft Cheese, Beans & Peas, Duck, Blue Cheese, Onion

Top Notes For

Jess

9.5

Deep purple color.
Aromas of blackberry jam on buttered toast, cassis, vanilla.
Dry. Flavors of cassis, vanilla, buttered toast, licorice, raspberry jam. Delicious!

Intensity: 5/5
Complexity: 3/5
Balance: 5/5
Finish: 5/5

Jul 4th, 2023

Robert Swart

9.1

Velvet texture, full bodied. Notes of mixed berry pie, cola, and black currant. Chalky tannins a la black tea or baking chocolate round out the wine with a pleasing finish of sweet oak.

Apr 12th, 2023