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Calama 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon

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Price Description
More complexity than expected for the price, with dark cherry-prune fruit, touches of coffee, mincemeat and greens typical of Chilean cab. Medium-full bodied, a bit tannic and chewy for now, with moderate length. Best 2008 to 2010.
Price:
$9.55
Type:
Red
Varietal:
Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage:
2005
Region:
Central Valley

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