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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
Decent oak and fruit complexity for less than $10, if not much
finesse. Aromas of apple and pear, with touches of smoky and toasty oak. Medium bodied, with good acidity, then finishes with some bitterness. Moderate length. LCBO 343202
- Price:
- $9.65
- Type:
- White
- Varietal:
- Chardonnay
- Vintage:
- 2006
- Region:
- Western Cape
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