This website contains alcohol and is only suitable for those 21 years or older. The Story Behind 8 Years In the Desert. But the man who does exist and who subsequently is the entire reason for this beverage pairing is winemaker and Orin Swift wines owner and creator David Phinney. 8 Years In The Desert is David's first Zinfandel blend following his 8 year hiatus. We'll feature the wines on social media using #northjerseyeats, so you can follow along, share your thoughts and ask Russo your own questions.
Fully integrated with puckering tannins, the wine bows out with finesse. I would argue that Zinfandel may be the most difficult varietal to tame. I returned to the States, graduated from university, and four days later moved to the Napa Valley. 8 years in the Desert (by winemaker Dave Phinney of "The Prisoner" fame) is a rich red blend comprised of mostly Zinfandel along with Petite Sirah, Syrah, and small percentages of other red varietals. Notions of stewed plums, baked raspberries and fruitcake with hints of powdered cinnamon, clove oil, tree bark, hoisin and dusty soil.
I had sent my resume to fifty wineries in the Valley and only one replied: Robert Mondavi. Build a site and generate income from purchases, subscriptions, and courses. Tannin: Alcohol (%): Origin & Awards. The 2018 vintage is massive, yet stylish and restrained. Exclusive new limited release (#5) from Orin Swift Cellars: 8 Years in The Desert. California is a winemaking colossus; by itself it is the fourth largest producer in the world. We'd like to clear this up once and for all: the Shiraz grape is genetically identical to Syrah.
California makes more wine than any other state in the United States. The first vintage was shipped in individual wooden boxes with a personal note from Phinney. These wines can only be fully appreciated if you drink them out of your finest as long as you have this you won't need to worry about the clean up! In Bond Wine Storage * Important - Please Read *Storage charges are per 9 litre case per year; £11. The wine is a powerhouse blend of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, and Syrah. Host virtual events and webinars to increase engagement and generate leads. Add a personal touch to your gift with up to three lines of engraving. Fermentation: Slight Wood. Today marks the official release of label #2 from Dave Phinney's highly anticipated Zinfandel series, 8 Years in the Desert—named after the iconic story of the winemaker's eight-year hiatus from making Zinfandel. He's more of a "what" than a "who" and the newest name in my wine rack. Hailed by Wine Spectator Magazine as 'one of the most influential and innovative winemakers in California', his powerful, individual wines are matched by the individuality of this labels, each of which are works of art in themselves. In 2000, his third difficult vintage in a row of trying to get off the ground, he threw all the wine together he'd managed to make and called it The Prisoner. Round, ripe tannins close the palate mouth-coating in harmony with well-integrated acidity. During the 8 Year hiatus, there has been a focus and thought regarding the wine and label every single day up until the actual harvest and design could begin which multiplied the effort by a factor of 20.
As for Pinot Noir, terrific examples can be found from AVA's such as Anderson Valley, Carneros, Santa Lucia Highlands and Sta. Massive and powerful with instense color and structure, a limited release Petite Sirah blend called "Machete" was launched in 2009. More than 10600 ratings. Then went back to sleep. We found out on a cold February Saturday night, at the first of our SH beverage pairing dinners. Persistent flavors of ripe raspberry, boysenberry, pomegranate, and vanilla linger harmoniously, for a smooth and luscious finish. Tasted: September 19, 2019, San Francisco, CA). Orin Swift 8 Years in the Desert is a bold California red wine blend made from Zinfandel, Petite Sirah and Syrah. The story goes that when winemaker extraordinaire, David Phinney, sold the incredibly popular 'Prisoner' brand of wines to a huge beverage conglomerate, they had him sign an eight year non-compete specifying that he would not produce another, similar Zinfandel blend. The wine has fabulous texture, great intensity, full-bodied power (15. I would stop trying and wait for something to happen, and in the meantime, I would write a book.
Orin is my father's middle name and Swift is my mother's maiden name. DeliveriesIn Bond (IB) wines can be stored, transferred to other bonded warehouses or released for international delivery. As it's being poured, the aromatics hit squarely on the nose with a perception of sweetness: pure brambly raspberry juice and blueberry preserves with a hint of white pepper and High Sierra forest floor. A full-bodied, rich red wine made from a blend of Zinfandel, Syrah and Petit Sirah. I guess you could say it all started with Zinfandel, although you could also say it almost ended with Zinfandel. It was 1998 and with the ignorant bravado that only a twenty-five-year-old can possess I decided to form Orin Swift Cellars.
Eight years later, he was free, and Eight Years in the Desert was born. Top Tip: Decant an hour before serving. We understand that some people are explorers at heart, and the classics just won't cut it. Wines are only available in whole, unmixed cases unless otherwise stated.
Visit our engraving page for more info. At the end of the dinner our guests had gained knowledge of up and coming wines from a growing name in the world of vino, and a chance to indulge in culinary delights rivaling dishes from some of NYC's best restaurants. Hear what the man, himself has to say about it…. Lush and enveloping with a beam of acidity, notes of blackberry pie, plum and kirsch flourish. Dark garnet colour with a lucid rim. About as sexy and textured as they come in the vintage, this beautiful 2014 offers lots of crème de cassis, black raspberry, chocolate and peppery nuances to go with a full-bodied, luxuriously textured, hedonistic slant on the palate. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is chock-full of ripe, spicy black and red fruits, supported by chewy tannins and tons of freshness, finishing long and earthy.
Duty Paid: UK Duty @ £26. Since each label is unique, it gives people something to look forward to every year. Commemorate a special occasion with a name, date, message, or even a logo! Let it never be said, however, that Shiraz and Syrah are the same thing: the region in which the grape is grown determines much about the flavor of the wine it... Zinfandel is widely thought of as "America's grape, " but in fact the variety is of Croatian origin, and is genetically extremely similar to Italian Primitivo, which thrives in the warmest parts of southern Italy. He's a course by course run down. It all started in 2008, when Dave Phinney sold The Prisoner brand. From the first wines made under this label in 2007, this is the variety that has been the raison d'etre of this brand and owner/winemaker, Dave Phinney. From there on, Orin Swift wines has made leaps and bounds. Astor Wines & Spirits. Quite often, you learn more from your failures than you do from your successes.
All of the labels are slightly different or dramatically different, depending on who you ask. Layered notes of black cherry, raspberry, sandalwood, bergamot, cloves, blueberry, and balsam on the nose. Orin Swift, 2020 Eight Years in the Desert. As in the two previous vintages, the blend is made up of our favorite lots of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, and Syrah. In our private dining room, The Captian's Table was filled with guests all waiting to know more. Farm it right, harvest it right, bring it into the winery, and don't screw it up.
Here's his second selection. Taking what he learned, he then applied it and produced "The Prisoner". Than you do from your successes. © 2023 Astor Wines and Spirits. Shatter is a delicious collaboration between Dave Phinney (Orin Swift Cellars) and Joel Gott. 00Soft and consistent with an excellent balance of acidity and tannins; velvety smooth; closes with lingering sensations of cocoa and coffee. I decided right then to stop trying. A robust wine that has spent about half its time in oak barrels.
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