{"product_id":"orin-swift-abstract-california-red-wine","title":"Orin Swift 2023 Abstract California Red Wine","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"549\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"68\" data-start=\"27\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline cursor-pointer\"\u003eOrin Swift 2023 Abstract California Red Wine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a vibrant, full-bodied California red blend that showcases Orin Swift’s signature style: bold fruit intensity, layered complexity, and a polished structure that makes it both approachable and memorable. Designed to reflect the diversity of California vineyards and the winemaker’s creative energy, the 2023 Abstract delivers ripe blue and black fruit with spice and balanced tannins—an excellent example of modern Californian red blending. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"554\" data-start=\"551\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1109\" data-start=\"556\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"583\" data-start=\"556\"\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"586\" data-start=\"583\"\u003eAbstract is a proprietary red blend from \u003cstrong data-end=\"649\" data-start=\"627\"\u003eOrin Swift Cellars\u003c\/strong\u003e, a California producer known for distinctive labels and expressive blends. The 2023 vintage maintains the wine’s stylistic roots by combining \u003cstrong data-end=\"840\" data-start=\"792\"\u003eGrenache, Petite Sirah, Syrah, and Zinfandel\u003c\/strong\u003e sourced from quality vineyards across California. Post-fermentation, the wine spends approximately \u003cstrong data-end=\"979\" data-start=\"940\"\u003eseven to eight months in French oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, with around \u003cstrong data-end=\"1009\" data-start=\"993\"\u003e30 % new oak\u003c\/strong\u003e imparting structure and spice without overwhelming the fruit. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1369\" data-start=\"1111\"\u003eThe philosophy behind Abstract is to create a “summary” of Orin Swift’s winemaking ethos—where \u003cstrong data-end=\"1258\" data-start=\"1206\"\u003erich fruit, layered complexity, and drinkability\u003c\/strong\u003e coexist—making it a bold everyday red or a complement to hearty cuisine. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1374\" data-start=\"1371\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1941\" data-start=\"1376\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1395\" data-start=\"1376\"\u003eCritics Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1398\" data-start=\"1395\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1451\" data-start=\"1398\"\u003eJames Suckling awards the 2023 Abstract 93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e, praising it as a \u003cem data-end=\"1519\" data-start=\"1470\"\u003edeep, full-bodied red with powerful black fruit\u003c\/em\u003e, fine tannins, and a grippy texture that stands up to food or aging. \u003cstrong data-end=\"1627\" data-start=\"1589\"\u003eWine Enthusiast gives it 92 points\u003c\/strong\u003e, noting rich blackberry and plum flavors wrapped in spice and oak influence. \u003cstrong data-end=\"1764\" data-start=\"1705\"\u003eRobert Parker’s Wine Advocate rates it around 90 points\u003c\/strong\u003e, highlighting its balanced blend and expressive fruit concentration—solid scores that point to strong consensus from professional critics. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1946\" data-start=\"1943\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2170\" data-start=\"1948\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1967\" data-start=\"1948\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1970\" data-start=\"1967\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1979\" data-start=\"1970\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Explosive aromatics of \u003cstrong data-end=\"2052\" data-start=\"2003\"\u003epure blue fruit, blackberry, and black cherry\u003c\/strong\u003e, accented by delicate floral notes and sweet baking spice from oak influence. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2447\" data-start=\"2172\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2183\" data-start=\"2172\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium- to full-bodied with \u003cstrong data-end=\"2245\" data-start=\"2212\"\u003ejuicy dark plum and raspberry\u003c\/strong\u003e, layered with \u003cstrong data-end=\"2314\" data-start=\"2260\"\u003eblack licorice, peppery spice, and hints of violet\u003c\/strong\u003e. A firm tannic backbone and bright acidity provide balance against rich fruit concentration. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2658\" data-start=\"2449\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2460\" data-start=\"2449\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, mouthwatering, and structured—lingering with \u003cstrong data-end=\"2565\" data-start=\"2512\"\u003eberry compote, sweet spice, and soft firm tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e that invite another sip or pair beautifully with food. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2663\" data-start=\"2660\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2685\" data-start=\"2665\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2683\" data-start=\"2665\"\u003eQuick Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-end=\"3154\" data-start=\"2687\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-end=\"2709\" data-start=\"2687\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2709\" data-start=\"2687\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"align-top\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2698\" data-start=\"2687\"\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"align-top\" data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"2709\" data-start=\"2698\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-end=\"3154\" data-start=\"2720\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2757\" data-start=\"2720\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2738\" data-start=\"2720\"\u003eOrigin \/ Region\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"2757\" data-start=\"2738\"\u003eCalifornia, USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2776\" data-start=\"2758\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2768\" data-start=\"2758\"\u003eVintage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"2776\" data-start=\"2768\"\u003e2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2829\" data-start=\"2777\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2785\" data-start=\"2777\"\u003eBlend\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"2829\" data-start=\"2785\"\u003eGrenache, Petite Sirah, Syrah, Zinfandel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2873\" data-start=\"2830\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2836\" data-start=\"2830\"\u003eOak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"2873\" data-start=\"2836\"\u003e7–8 months French oak (~30 % new)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2959\" data-start=\"2874\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2893\" data-start=\"2874\"\u003eAromas \u0026amp; Flavors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"2959\" data-start=\"2893\"\u003eBlueberry, blackberry, black cherry, pepper spice, floral lift\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3020\" data-start=\"2960\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2979\" data-start=\"2960\"\u003eStyle \/ Identity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3020\" data-start=\"2979\"\u003eBold, expressive California red blend\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3154\" data-start=\"3021\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3038\" data-start=\"3021\"\u003eCritics Scores\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3154\" data-start=\"3038\"\u003e93 pts \u003cem data-end=\"3063\" data-start=\"3047\"\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/em\u003e, 92 pts \u003cem data-end=\"3089\" data-start=\"3072\"\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003c\/em\u003e, ~90 pts \u003cem data-end=\"3114\" data-start=\"3099\"\u003eWine Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3159\" data-start=\"3156\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3431\" data-start=\"3161\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3188\" data-start=\"3161\"\u003eFood Pairings \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3191\" data-start=\"3188\"\u003eServe at \u003cstrong data-end=\"3212\" data-start=\"3200\"\u003e16–18 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e to highlight fruit intensity and balancing acidity. 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