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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 is a new listing from a good producer who is focused on Bordeaux varieties. Lighter red with a generous, soft bouquet of raspberry, vanilla and tobacco. Slightly tart acidity and soft tannin. Good length for the money. Now through 2009.
- Price:
- $15.95
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- Cabernet Merlot
- Vintage:
- 2004
- Region:
- Hawkes Bay
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