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87
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
Surprisingly deep colour, density and firmness for a basic chianti. Cabernet and syrah are in the blend. Tidy, tasty, still slightly dry, mid-weight red, with generous floral, blackcurrant, leather and light oak notes. Very good length. Best 2008 to 2010.
- Price:
- $14.95
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah
- Vintage:
- 2005
- Region:
- Tuscany
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