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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
This is a reliable, typical Bordeaux, with decent complexity and generosity. Aromas of cherry, plum and spice, with a touch of underbrush and tobacco. The wine is medium weight with soft acidity, cherry and plum fruit, silky tannin and
an earthy, slightly toasty finish.
- Price:
- $14.15
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot
- Vintage:
- 2003
- Region:
- Bordeaux
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