1998 Swanson Alexis

Community Tasting Notes (14) Avg Score: 89.9 points

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  6/1/2022 - Sanlucar Likes this wine: 93 Points

  Impressive fruit and spice components; especially given the age (24 years) and a tremendous value (not expensive $50, but good luck finding it). My wino friends were very impressed by the very deep integrated flavors from Cab Sauv, Cab Franc, Merlot & Syrah. Often under-rated and casually dismissed, this Alexis merits greater attention and respect.

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  2/22/2021 - seijaro Likes this wine: 92 Points

  Liked it, big and full. A tasty red blend that went well with steak on the grill. Nothing stood out, just an enjoyable drinker.

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  4/3/2010 - Whine-oh Likes this wine: 90 Points

  Opened from a mag bought from winery this winter. Ruby colored no real bricking noted. Nice dark fruit upfront.. some wood and earth as well. Nice dark fruit profile, more elegant than muscular in its weight. Some nice mid palate secondaries, a bit of earth but mild, good finish with some grip left in it. Held up well with brisket and rest of the Passover meal. Great qpr!

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  11/29/2009 - andy C wrote: 88 Points

  waited to long to drink. got better when i let it sit for an hour.

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  12/7/2008 - tefiB wrote: 92 Points

  After reading the WS tasting note and the other notes on CT, I had low expectations on opening my single bottle. I shouldn't have. This wine is outstanding. Rich, full-bodied wine. Tastes of berries; hint of leather. Long finish. Wow. I'm now bummed I didn't have more to enjoy.

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