Orin Swift - Slander 2018 available at Super Wine Warehouse in Paterson, NJ

A deep maroon core with a ruby rim, the Eight Years in the Desert opens with aromas of wild blackberry, pepper, oatmeal raisin cookie, Sequoia forest floor, bay leaf and spices. The entry is broad…

"At first glance, the 2022 Eight Years in the Desert looks to be almost black, but after closer inspection, a dark crimson starts to shine through with a tinge of purple on the rim. The nose is rife…

Heady aromas of brambly raspberry, black fig and peppercorn dominate; time in the glass exposes more - dark chocolate, fennel and High Sierra forest floor.

Orin Swift - 8 Years In the Desert Nv (750ml) available at Fishkill Wine & Liquor in Fishkill, Ny

6+ $44.77 | 12+ $39.99

An elegant nose presents, with complex aromatics of ripe cherries and dried rose petals, a touch of white pepper and a hint of alpine forest. Balanced and integrated, the palate comprises of sweet…

Heady aromas of brambly raspberry, black fig and peppercorn dominate; time in the glass exposes more - dark chocolate, fennel and High Sierra forest floor.

(93 Points) Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2018 Proprietary Red Machete needs some swirling to reveal a core of beautiful crushed black plums, boysenberries and black cherry compote plus hints of…