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85
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
Some richness on the nose, with melon, pear and toasty oak—though there is some oiliness as well. Ripe with a mix of sweetish fruit and toasty, slightly bitter oak. Good length. Creamy nuances and fruit linger. Drink now. LCBO 576124
- Price:
- $15.00
- Type:
- White
- Varietal:
- Chardonnay
- Vintage:
- 2005
- Region:
- New Zealand
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