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89
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 is a terrific buy—it showcases the improved winemaking that is happening in Argentina. Enticing cedar, black cherry, blackberry, coffee cream and herbal tea. Full bodied, stylish, rich and slightly tannic, with good fruit definition and a gentle coating of creamy oak. Excellent length.
- Price:
- $14.20
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- Merlot
- Vintage:
- 2005
- Region:
- Mendoza
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