2007 Orin Swift Saldo Zinfandel
This recalls those great old California field blends, but with more polish and structure. Aromas of smoky boysenberry and cracked pepper lead to layered, zesty flavors of plum, tobacco and anise. Drink now through 2013. 3,785 cases made. Red. —Tim Fish Wine Spectator March 23, 2009
Through the success of the Prisoner label, Orin Swift Cellars Owner/Winemaker David Phinney has gained access to some of the best Zinfandels vineyards in the Northern california growing community. Dave reecntly decided he wanted to make a high quality Zinfandel and what he created did not fit the constraints of a single AVA.
The 2007 Saldo has a deep dark ruby color. It has aromas of red Raspberry, rhubarb and sassafras. The wine is expansive with a 30 plus second finish. There is an impression of cherry pie on the end. Drink now and enjoy over the next five years.
There are grapes from Sonoma, Napa, Amador, Mendocino and Contra Costa Counties. Some of these great vineyards include Monte Rosso, Eagle Point, Rockpile, Bismark, Beatty, Page Nord, Duarte, Solari, Evangehio, Battuelo.s, Tofanelli, korte, Mable, Tilderman, Frediani, Lewers, Alta Vista and Bald Mtn.. just to name a few. Dave is so committed to this concept he is now developing his own Zinfandel vineyard in Sonoma specifically for this project as well. This is a California Wine.