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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
Winemaker Hernán Gras once worked in Niagara. Slim cabernet with currant and meaty notes, plus clove and vanilla. Mid-weight with well-proportioned alcohol, tart red fruit acidity, and young, green tannin. Good length. Enjoy 2009 to 2011.
- Price:
- $11.55
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vintage:
- 2006
- Region:
- Colchagua Valley
- Cellar keeper
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