2022, Mannequin, Orin Swift

2022 Mannequin, Orin Swift

About the Winery: Founded by David Phinney, Orin Swift is known for its bold, expressive wines and striking artistic labels. Sourcing fruit from top vineyards across California, the winery specialises in crafting rich, textural blends with distinctive character. Mannequin is Orin Swift’s signature white wine, showcasing premium Chardonnay-led parcels from Napa, Sonoma, and beyond. Precision blending and meticulous barrel work result in a wine that is opulent, layered and unmistakably Orin Swift in style.

Grape Variety: Predominantly Chardonnay with small amounts of complementary white varieties (exact blend varies by vintage)

Appearance: Straw gold with shimmering highlights, showing richness and concentration from ripe Californian fruit and barrel influence.

Aroma: Generous and aromatic with notes of ripe peach, baked apple, pineapple and Meyer lemon, layered with vanilla bean, caramelised oak, honeysuckle and warm spice. Subtle brioche and almond hints add further complexity.

Palate: Full, rich and luxuriously textured. Flavours of stone fruit, citrus curd and tropical fruit integrate seamlessly with creamy oak, toast and sweet spice. A touch of freshness balances the wine’s opulence, leading to a long, layered finish with lingering vanilla and ripe fruit depth.

Body: Full-bodied with a plush, rounded mouthfeel and polished richness.

Acidity: Medium — supportive and balancing without diminishing the wine’s generous style.

Cellaring Potential: 3–5 years; developing richer caramel, roasted nut and honeyed notes while maintaining fruit-driven generosity.

Perfect Pairing: Ideal with roast chicken, butter-poached lobster, scallops, crab cakes, creamy pasta dishes, sweet-spiced cuisine and richer cheeses. Its opulence pairs well with bold, flavourful foods.

Serving Temperature: 10–12°C to balance richness and highlight aromatic complexity.

EDKA Wines – Professional Tasting Description.