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Arniston Bay 2006 Shiraz Merlot
An unusual grape combo, with the merlot intended to streamline the dense shiraz, and it works—to a point. A bit lighter and more high strung than most other reds in the section, with nicely lifted, fragrant, currant-raspberry jam fruit, smoked meat and burnt toast aromas. Medium weight, with a juicy, sweetish, tart middle and a fairly tannic, green finish. Drinkable now, though a year in the bottle might make for smoother sipping. LCBO 43927
- Price:
- $9.90
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- Shiraz-Merlot
- Vintage:
- 2006
- Region:
- Western Cape
Score: 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
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