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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
Price is down $2; quality is
up with this excellent vintage. Pretty, charming, floral, raspberry, with background woodsmoke and spice. Light bodied, well balanced, with tense, firm acidity and a dry, earthy finish. Good length. Drink from 2008 to 2011.
- Price:
- $19.95
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- N/A
- Vintage:
- 2005
- Region:
- Burgundy
- Cellar keeper
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