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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
There is a bit of a rustic, less fruity, earthier style to this blend. Cab’s herbal, tobacco and leathery notes seem to dominate, while shiraz kicks in some chocolate fudge. Neither brings a lot of fruit to the party, but it’s a soft, rounded red with very good length for the money. LCBO 212373
- Price:
- $10.90
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz
- Vintage:
- 2006
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