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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
Roussette is an alternate name for the altesse variety grown in subalpine France. A very stylish, garden-sipping white with a soft nose of peach, wildflower and buttered baguette. Quite rounded, with a dry, mineral and slightly bitter finish. Very good length. Vintages. LCBO 61630
- Price:
- $16.95
- Type:
- White
- Varietal:
- Altesse
- Vintage:
- 2006
- Region:
- Savoy
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