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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
New listing. This is a big, balanced chardonnay. Intense, spicy, toasty, exotic aromas of cedar, clove, poached pear and lemon meringue pie. Medium-full bodied, initially sweet and warm, with crisp acidity and some alcohol heat. Very good length.
- Price:
- $11.95
- Type:
- White
- Varietal:
- Chardonnay
- Vintage:
- 2006
- Region:
- Casablanca Valley
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