Orin Swift Mercury Head, 2021

 2021 Orin Swift Mercury Head Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley
*Dave Phinney's Flagship Cabernet*

Critical Acclaim
Wine Advocate: 94-96 points
"Full-bodied and velvety... lengthy finish"

Technical Details
- Production: ~6,000 cases
- Aging: 13 months in French Oak (58% new)
- Alcohol: 15.5%
- Drinking Window: 2025-2040

Vineyard Sources
- Premium valley floor sites
- Stagecoach Vineyard
- Monte Rosso Vineyard (occasional)

Tasting Profile
Visual
- Almost-black, opaque garnet
- Slow-moving tears

Aromatics
- Ripe cassis
- Charred ribeye
- Sandalwood
- Freshly cut oak

Palate
- Blackberry
- Black plum
- Fennel
- Licorice
- Dark chocolate
- Deep cassis core

 Finish
- Sweet lingering notes
- Soft, chalky tannins
- Velvety texture

Heritage
- Flagship wine of Orin Swift
- Liberty Dime symbol on each bottle
- Represents Dave Phinney's philosophy
- Showcases Napa Valley potential

Limited production of this collector-favorite Napa Valley Cabernet.

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