Clos Pepe EstateAxis Mundi Red
Red wine
In the mouth this red wine is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
This wine generally goes well with poultry, beef or veal.
Taste structure of the Axis Mundi Red from the Clos Pepe Estate
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the Axis Mundi Red of Clos Pepe Estate in the region of California is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
Wine flavors and olphactive analysis
Food and wine pairings with Axis Mundi Red
Pairings that work perfectly with Axis Mundi Red
Original food and wine pairings with Axis Mundi Red
The Axis Mundi Red of Clos Pepe Estate matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or veal such as recipes of pasta bolognese, thomas's shoulder of lamb or veal tagine with artichokes and lemons.
Details and technical informations about Clos Pepe Estate's Axis Mundi Red.
Discover the grape variety: Albarin Blanco
Lively, aromatic whites with a pale golden colour and an airy palate; signature aromas of white flowers, citrus (lemon, grapefruit), white-fleshed fruits (pear) and fresh herbal notes. Rediscovered quality potential. Star of Vinos de la Tierra de Cangas (Asturias) and present in DO Tierra de León, showcasing promising whites from north-west Iberia. Indigenous Spanish white grape, nearly extinct then rediscovered in the 1980s.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Axis Mundi Red from Clos Pepe Estate are 2011, 2014, 2013, 0 and 2012.
Informations about the Clos Pepe Estate
The Clos Pepe Estate is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 7 wines for sale in the of Santa Ynez Valley to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Santa Ynez Valley
Highly diverse east-west Santa Barbara AVA (1°F rise per mile inland, AVA 1983, 70+ grapes): cool in the west, Pinot Noir reigns in reds and vibrant Chardonnay in whites. Central Ballard Canyon, fleshy, spicy Syrah. Hotter east, structured Bordeaux Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, Rhône varieties. Also Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Gewurztraminer.
The wine region of California
Powerful, sunny reds: dense Napa Cabernet Sauvignon (blackcurrant, chocolate, tobacco, ample tannins), spicy, jammy Zinfandel from the Sierra Foothills, silky red-fruited Pinot Noir on the cool coast (Sonoma, Russian River, Central Coast). Opulent, buttery Chardonnay, notes of yellow fruit and vanilla. Varied climate, from the hot interior to the Pacific-cooled coast. 80% of US production, 139 AVAs including Napa (1st AVA, 1981).
The word of the wine: Amylic
Aroma reminiscent of banana, candy, and sometimes nail polish, particularly present in primeur wines. The amylic taste is reminiscent of the aromas of industrial confectionery and does not reflect a great expression of terroir.
