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Two Oceans 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot
This is the better of the Two Oceans reds stocked by the LCBO. It is complex for under $10: the nose is fairly intense. Mid-weight, taut and dry, it’s supported by some rounding sweetness. Another year of aging would help; best 2010 to 2013. LCBO 340398
- Price:
- $9.95
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot
- Vintage:
- 2008
- Region:
- Western Cape
- Cellar keeper
Score: 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
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