The 2014 'Abstract' red wine by Orin Swift continues the long line of great Abstract releases. The wine is a blend of Sonoma, Napa, Amador, El Dorado, and Mendocino Grenache, Syrah and Petit Sirah that was aged 10 months in French oak (30% new) prior to bottling. Despite being 15.7% alcohol the wine does not taste heavily alcoholic, although there is some massive fruit weight. This wine begins with aromas of coffee grounds, boysenberry compote, milk chocolate and red bell pepper. There are dense flavors of mocha, blackberry pie, creosote and cassis. Plush and layered, this is another fantastic wine at a great price. (Best 2016-2026) - April, 2016 (OB)
Wine Specifications
- Report Date: May, 2016
- Producer: Orin Swift
- Vintage: 2014
- Drinking Window: 2016-2026
- Estimated Value: $32
- Country: United States
- Region: California
- Appellation: California
- Importer: California