1999 Alexis, Swanson, Napa
Named after proprietor Clarke Swanson's daughter, this is a head-turning cabernet/merlot/shiraz blend sourced exclusively from the famed Schmidt estate. On the nose this has an alluring smoky cocoa aroma, on the palate the wine is rich and intense with a real feeling of warmth. The tannins are supported by fruit and this award-winning wine has a lovely moreish finish.