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87
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 bold, juicy, dry yet quite rich riesling by Aussie-trained winemaker Philip Dowell. Shows generous aromas of apricot, yellow plum and lavender, with a mineral finish. Very good to excellent length. Best 2009 to 2013. LCBO 620104
- Price:
- $14.15
- Type:
- White
- Varietal:
- Riesling
- Vintage:
- 2007
- Region:
- Niagara Peninsula
- Cellar keeper
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