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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
This is a new listing. Generous smoky, toasty tar and clove nose, with rich currant-cherry fruit. It is medium weight and supple, with light tannin. Generous and soft but not soupy. Good length.
- Price:
- $13.95
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- Shiraz
- Vintage:
- 2005
- Region:
- West Coast
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