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91
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
Another old-vine wonder captures complex, ripe 2007 aromas of pineapple and pear amid an unusual dried pine forest spiciness. Medium bodied, very elegant, supple and delicate,
yet packed with flavour. Will grace rich fish
or roast pork. www.thirtybench.com.
- Price:
- $30.20
- Type:
- White
- Varietal:
- Riesling
- Vintage:
- 2007
- Region:
- Beamsville Bench, Niagara
- Cellar keeper
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