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Orin Swift Bloodlines California Cabernet Sauvignon

Orin Swift Bloodlines California Cabernet Sauvignon is a wine rooted in both personal history and relentless creative obsession. The story begins with winemaker Dave Phinney’s discovery that winemaking had existed on both sides of his family for generations, a bloodline that had been quietly shaping his passion all along. That revelation became the soul of this wine and the driving force behind everything Orin Swift does. At Orin Swift, the pursuit of perfection is constant: sourcing is intentional, blending is precise, and every detail is labored over with near-maniacal devotion. The iconic red rings on the label — hand-drawn by Dave over 300 times before they were deemed right, are a testament to that obsession. The devil is always in the details.

The 2024 Bloodlines opens with a deep, captivating core and a striking neon fuchsia rim that immediately signals the wine’s intensity and character. On the nose, the wine is expressive and layered, with aromas of pluot, boysenberry, and blackcurrant woven together with black pepper, leather, and an intriguing rocky, mineral perfume that emerges as the wine opens up. The palate is taut and beautifully balanced, with bright acidity giving structure to rich flavors of blackberry and lavender. The finish is lengthy and memorable, closing with drying tannins that speak to both the wine’s depth and its aging potential.

Bloodlines is a wine for those who appreciate craft, character, and the kind of story that runs deeper than the bottle itself, whether enjoyed on a special occasion or cellared as a reminder that great things take time.

Orin Swift Bloodlines California Cabernet Sauvignon Notes To Your Senses:

• APPEARANCE: Deep purple with a striking neon fuchsia rim
• AROMA: Pluot, boysenberry, blackcurrant, black pepper, leather, and rocky mineral perfume
• TASTE: Tight and balanced with bright acidity, rich blackberry, and lavender
• FINISH: Lengthy with drying tannins
• ABV: 14.9%