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84
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
Decent buy under $10, with
a touch of earthy-grainy oxidation, tea, fennel and ripe berry fruit. Medium bodied, soft, supple and warm. Dry finish with good length.
- Price:
- $8.20
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- Merlot
- Vintage:
- 2005
- Region:
- Pays d’Oc
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