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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
Very intense raisin, leather, celery and spice aromas. Full bodied, with fine, firm acidity and tannin, leaving a drier impression than most. Experiment with rich red meat and hearty stews. Vintages, March 29. LCBO 97989
- Price:
- $15.95
- Type:
- Fortified and Fruit Wines
- Varietal:
- Port
- Region:
- Portugal
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