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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
A mature traditional gran reserva from the hot south, with complex cedar, earth, dried fruit and dark berries, plus leathery-meaty character. Full bodied and thick, with a smooth middle and dry, earthy finish. Drink now—it’s not going to get any better with age. LCBO 620971
- Price:
- $15.20
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- N/A
- Vintage:
- 1997
- Region:
- Valdepeñas, Spain
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