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89
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
One of the fruitier, less-wooded tawnies, as expressed by the pinkish hue. Aromas are a bit fruitier than most, with apricot, plum, honey and cedary spice and less walnut. Seamless, smooth and elegant texture, with a warm finish. Very good to excellent length.
- Price:
- $28.15
- Type:
- Fortified and Fruit Wines
- Varietal:
- Port
- Region:
- Douro Valley, Portugal
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