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Auction Ends: Apr 2, 2012 10:00 PM PDT

Wine

Orin Swift Wine Package Benefiting Family Service of Napa Valley

Item Number
FSNV104
Estimated Value
394 USD
Leading Bid
286 USD  -  Reserve Not Met
Number of Bids
7  -  Bid History

Item Description

Ask any wine aficionado and they will tell you—Dave Phinney, owner and winemaker at Orin Swift makes some of the best wines on the planet! This amazing lot features two of his finest creations. What’s better than that? How about a sold out magnum signed by Mr. Phinney? 

The Prisoner (2010) 3.0L has a deep ruby hue that is nearly opaque. The aromas elevate from the glass starting with black currant, dark blackberry, cherry, and cassis rounded out by subtle hints of seasoned French and American oak. The entry of the wine is massive and leads into a lush middle framed by bright acid and supple tannins. The finish is long, lingering and filled with soft velvety tannins lasting for nearly thirty seconds.

Saldo (2008) is rich, ripe, and full-bodied, with aromas of black cherry and bramble fruit. The tannins are soft but the wine has a huge mid-palate. The soft, lush finish lingers. 2008 was a perfect vintage for Saldo. The hot weather was ideal for creating ripe zinfandel. Drink now and enjoy over the next five years.


Item Special Note

Through the remarkable generosity of 55 Degrees, St. Helena, your wine purchases will be stored securely in optimal conditions for 30 days until shipping or pick up arrangements have been made. All shipping charges are the sole responsibility of the winning bidder. A very special Thank You to owners, Karen and Neil Aldoroty, 55 Degrees, St. Helena, CA.

Collection of California Sales Tax


Unless a valid resale permit is presented to seller prior to the sale, purchaser will be required to pay all state and local retail sales taxes applicable on the date of sale. Resale permits will be accepted only for businesses that are reasonably expected to buy and sell wine. Sales tax will be collected on the fair market value of each lot.

 

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Orin Swift

Orin Swift