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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
Good new vintage upgrades this pinot and gamay blend. Lifted spicy toast, cinnamon and cran-cherry fruit; evergreen nose. The wine is mid-weight and vibrant, with firm acidity, dry tannin. Tart, but tasty. Very good length.
- Price:
- $12.60
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- N/A
- Vintage:
- 2005
- Region:
- Burgundy
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