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88
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
Stylish gamay from one of the
10 “cru” villages of Beaujolais. Fresh raspberry, plum and violet aromas. Light to mid-weight, with crisp, slightly tart acidity, wet earth and a bitter pomegranate finish. Mouth-watering; very good length. Best 2008
to 2011.
- Price:
- $16.90
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- Gamay
- Vintage:
- 2006
- Region:
- Beaujolais, Burgundy
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