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Orin Swift Cellars
St Helena

Orin Swift Cellars

About Orin Swift Cellars

Dave Phinney started this place when he was basically a kid (24!) and turned it into a bold-blend powerhouse pulling grapes from over 100 California vineyards. Sleek downtown tasting room with the option to go full wine nerd in the barrel room at Louis Martini Winery.

Tasting Experiences

Rock

$45

Standing tasting introducing Orin Swift wines, walking through a diverse range that define the Orin Swift style.

Paper

$60

Seated tasting going deep on artistically crafted wines and the stories that inspired their creation, from labels to liquid.

The Vault

$80

Explore a variety of perfectly aged magnums or library selections in the historic bank vault, savoring greatest hits and beloved bottles.

Scissors

$125

Private intimate experience with extremely rare, limited production Orin Swift wines crafted exclusively for Scissors, featuring unique labels and untold stories.

Varietals

Cabernet Sauvignon

When to visit Orin Swift Cellars

Monday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Good to know about Orin Swift Cellars

Can you visit Orin Swift Cellars? Is there a tasting room?

Yes, Orin Swift Cellars has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, October 7, 2026). Visits are by reservation.

What is Orin Swift Cellars known for?

Orin Swift Cellars is known for great architecture, boutique, hip, has wine club and reservation only.

What wines does Orin Swift Cellars specialize in?

Orin Swift Cellars focuses on Cabernet Sauvignon. Signature bottles include Bloodlines Cabernet Sauvignon.

How much is a tasting at Orin Swift Cellars?

A tasting at Orin Swift Cellars costs $45 to $125 per person (from their website, October 7, 2026). Rock $45 · After Hours Comedy Night $45 · Paper $60 · The Vault $80 · +1 more.

Do you need a reservation to visit Orin Swift Cellars?

Yes, Orin Swift Cellars requires a reservation for tastings (from their website, October 7, 2026). Book through the winery's reservation link on this page.

Does Orin Swift Cellars offer vineyard tours?

Yes, Orin Swift Cellars offers vineyard tours. Options include Rock, Paper, The Vault and Scissors.

Where is Orin Swift Cellars located?

Orin Swift Cellars is at 1321 Main St in St Helena, CA, in the St. Helena wine region. Phone: (707) 968-3342.

When was Orin Swift Cellars founded?

Orin Swift Cellars was established in 1998.

Who makes the wine at Orin Swift Cellars?

The winemaking at Orin Swift Cellars is led by Dave Phinney.

What are Orin Swift Cellars's tasting hours?

Orin Swift Cellars is open every day, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (from their website, October 7, 2026).

Where to find Orin Swift Cellars

Orin Swift Cellars is at 1321 Main St, St Helena, CA, United States, in the St. Helena wine region.

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