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86
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
This wine is a runaway success at this price. New World ambiance with deep colour, ripe cherry–plum fruit, vanilla and cedary, peppery spice. Medium weight, substantial feel; some heat and dry tannin. Good length.
- Price:
- $8.50
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- Negroamaro
- Vintage:
- 2006
- Region:
- Apulia
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