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92
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
Pale pinkish-tawny colour shows it’s a little less mature than others. Complex and intriguing bouquet of date, walnut, tea, dried cedar bough, orange and honey. Smooth, sweet, delicate texture. Excellent length, with very spicy finish. Vintages Essential.
- Price:
- $67.95
- Type:
- Fortified and Fruit Wines
- Varietal:
- Port
- Region:
- Douro Valley, Portugal
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