Orin Swift Machete 2021, 75cl

A wine that always has a mind and signature of its own, Machete has been our foray into the world of California Petite Sirah. While the wine looks like it could be cut with a machete, it is quite literally the opposite. Tannic, sure, but complex , dry and with a balanced weight tempered by bright acidity. Unapologetic as usual, the 2021 Machete incorporates fruit from stunning sites across the state - from Summerwind in the Yorkville Highlands to Portico Hills in Santa Barbara County to the Stone's Throw vineyard in Alexander Valley. This wine is aged for 14 months in French and American Oak.

Tasting Notes:

Black ink that coats the glass and transforms it into an altered state, the 2021 Machete opens with decadent aromas of blue and black fruits, charred meat, a hint of funk and troves of minerality. The entry is more dense than expected with notes of black plum, other stone fruits and essence of game but yet, tempered and balanced by candied orange peel and leveled acidity. Typical tannins for this Petite Sirah-based wine, the wine closes with voluptuous texture and intensity.

Pairing Notes:

Pairs well with rich red meats such as grilled steak, lamb and pork, spicy dishes, and strong cheese.