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86
Scores are assigned on a 100-point scale and reflect a wine's overall quality, but don't consider price.
80 to 84 good
85 to 89 very good
90 to 94 excellent
95 to 100 outstanding
This has a pale colour for cabernet and a lighter nose than many. But nicely fragrant, with well-integrated currant, cedar and mint. Mid-weight, with an easy middle and fine, slightly green tannin. Good length and good value, for short-term cellaring. Best 2009 to 2011. LCBO 66712
- Price:
- $12.95
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage:
- 2006
- Region:
- Mendoza
- Cellar keeper
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