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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
The most widely planted white grape in Austria is on the verge of international stardom. This wine is a classic, with a complex nose of apricot, beeswax, chive and fresh-baked bread. Mid-weight and zesty yet powerful and dry, with a mouth-watering finish. Vintages. LCBO 48868
- Price:
- $16.10
- Type:
- White
- Varietal:
- Grüner Veltliner
- Vintage:
- 2006
- Region:
- Austria
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