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88
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
Penfolds makes some of the most age-worthy reds in the New World; even a $20 bottle could last a decade. Compact, with blackberry and earthy notes and a touch of vanilla. Good length. Vintages Essentials. LCBO 611210
- Price:
- $20.95
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- Shiraz
- Vintage:
- 2005
- Region:
- Adelaide, South Australia
- Cellar keeper
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