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85
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
Mâcon in southern Burgundy produces fresh and clean barely oaked chardonnay. Apple and lemon predominate in this refreshing and youthful example. Dry and clean, with brisk acidity and mineral depth. Good length. Now to 2009. LCBO 51573
- Price:
- $14.80
- Type:
- White
- Varietal:
- Chardonnay
- Vintage:
- 2005
- Region:
- Burgundy
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