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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
Uncomplicated cab franc with ripe raspberry, pepper, green tobacco and just a touch of clove spice and smoke from wood contact. Mid-weight, supple, sweetish and juicy, with moderate tannin.
- Price:
- $13.15
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- Cabernet Franc
- Vintage:
- 2005
- Region:
- Niagara Peninsula
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