the decision was made to make a wine for the occasion
Fowl or other white meats are perfect as are a wide range of prepared cold meats such as a plate of French charcuterie
artichoke and spinach lasagne
full-bodied but approachable wine that’s rather light on tannins
Orin Swift Papillon Napa Valley 2022 750ml Murgia the decision was made toPouring an opaque crimson core with a brooding cardinal rim, the 2022 Papillon opens with aromatic notes of ripe cassis, blackberry, coastal chapparal, cedar box and allspice. On entry, the palate continues many of the same notes from the nose cassis, pluot, blueberry, boysenberry, shaved fennel bulb and a touch of earth. A round, weighty mid palate effortlessly gives way to dusty, coating tannins a pleasing texture and finishing hints of barbeque tri