singing on the nose of freshly crushed black cherries
and it hits the palate with medium to full-bodied richness
It is part of a broader trend that Montalcino vintners seem to be looking for cooler
sourced from the historic vineyards of Areni village in the Vayots Dzor region
The afternoon shade at this site provided further protection when temperatures soared
Orin Swift 2021 Papillon Napa Red Wine "California Wine" singing on the nose of91 93 Points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate Still not bottled at the time I tasted it, the 2021 Papillon Red Wine is a five variety Bordeaux blend (Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot) that spends 13 months in 44% new oak. While not that complex, it does offer up bold cherry and cassis aromas on the nose, while the palate is full bodied and velvety, with a long, almost zesty finish. Drink: 2024 2035. Barrel Sample