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85
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
Shows plenty of vanilla-like sweetness; this one has some acidity to keep things moving along. Jammy nose of cherry and blueberry, with a hint of raisin. Good weight; the dark fruit lingers on the finish.
- Price:
- $10.95
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot
- Vintage:
- 2005
- Region:
- Southeastern Australia
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