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88
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
Ripe, smooth, complex merlot ready to enjoy now or hold five years. Sweet plum, licorice, cedar, vanilla and light spice flavours set in a smooth, polished texture. Slightly dry, earthy finish. Very good to excellent length
- Price:
- $17.15
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- Merlot
- Vintage:
- 2005
- Region:
- Casablanca Valley
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