Producer	Wine Name	Varietal	Reviewer	Rating	Vintage	Cost
ProducerSwanson Vineyards	Wine NameAlexis	VarietalBlended Red	ReviewerMike Taylor	RatingExcellent	Vintage2001	Cost$58.00
A sleek sexy bottle dressed in an attractive label is never a reliable indication that the wine inside matches its exterior zest. However, with the 2001 Swanson Alexis the dress matches the body exceedingly well. On first look, the wine shows a dark ruby core that fades to a purple/ruby rim. The nose is treated graciously to aromas of ripe berries, cinnamon and clove with hints of smoky bacon. Rich flavors of ripe cherries with a hint of currants follow the nose of this full bodied wine. Smooth round tannins contribute a fine astringency and are integrated so well, they roll across the palate. The wine has a persistent intensity and offers diverse complexity. This is a red with overall finesse and is distinguished within its class. The 2001 Alexis was later paired with fine tenderloin. A mouth full of succulent beef getting splashed with Alexis wraps the palate in rich flavors along with a fully dressed body. The acids display grace as red meets red. This is the epitome of red wine and red meat!
Color	Type	Maturity	Appellation	Country	State	County	Region
ColorRed	TypeTable	MaturityReady	AppellationOakville	CountryUnited States	StateCalifornia	CountyNapa	RegionNorth Coast (CA)
Date added: April 10, 2006
Superb: 95-100 | Excellent: 90-94 | Very Good: 85-89 | Good: 80-84 | Ordinary: 75-79 | Undrinkable: 50-74