AXIS - PINOT NOIR

Vintage: 2006
Price Range: $20
Producer: Axis Vintners
Region & Country: Sonoma, California, USA
Grape Variety: Pinot Noir
Recommended By: Wine Club

Place & Date Purchased: WineStyles, Evanston, IL - 09/07/2008
Place & Date Tasted: Home - 11/26/2008
Dinner: Steak and vegetables. May I point out that it was the best steak I have had in about a year.

Appearance: Brilliant; shiny pale red, light bodied and transparent
Nose: Strawberry, raspberry and nutmeg
Taste: Nothing like the smell; spicy and bold; lingers a little
Finish: The fruit taste comes after the spices leave
Overall Impression: Delicious! This went perfect with the food also. This Pinot Noir was light but had a great, bold fruity taste.

Overall Rating: 93/100
Overall Value: **** / 5 Stars

AXIS - CABERNET SAUVIGNON

Vintage: 2005
Price Range: $20
Producer: Axis Vintners
Region & Country: Graton, California, USA
Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
Recommended By: Wine Club

Place & Date Purchased: WineStyles, Evanston, IL - 10/15/2007
Place & Date Tasted: Home - 10/18/2007

Appearance: Deep red; slightly opaque
Nose: Light & fruity
Taste: Very flavorful and smooth
Finish: Coats your tongue smoothly
Overall Impression: Great! Enjoyed the smoothness and the fruit flavor.

Overall Rating: 92/100
Overall Value: **** / 5 Stars