Papillon
2007 Papillon Napa Valley Red Wine
This is Orin Swift Cellar's third release of Papillon. This wine combines Bordeaux varietals from a number of great local vineyards including Lewelling, Taplin, Moorhead, Frediani, Ink Grade, and Morisoli; encompassing Napa Valley appellations Oakville, Rutherford, Saint Helena, and Howell Mountain.
The image on the label is a photograph of third generation Napa Valley grape grower and winemaker Vince Toffanelli's hands. The photograph was taken by renowned photographer and dear friend Greg Gorman.
Tasting Notes
The color of the wine is deep garnet with an opaque red tinge. It has aromas of opulent black fruits (cassis, blackberries, black cherries) and a touch of well-integrated, sweet oak. The entry of the wine is soft and lush; it sets up the wide yet well defined mid palate. Dark fruit flavors combined with ripe tannins lead into a long and soft finish.
90% Cabernet Sauvignon
5% Merlot
2% Petit Verdot
2% Malbec
1% Cabernet Franc
Aged 20 months French oak, 33% new
Bottled August 2009
15.1% Alc./Vol.
