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88
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
This is the best non-champagne available, but like champagne it is a pinot noir–chardonnay blend. Not as tropical, soft or sweet as is expected from Australia. Lightly toasty and biscuity, with apple-pear, lemon fruit and chalk dust minerality. Mid-weight, firm and dry, with tart, refreshing acidity. Very good length.
- Price:
- $13.95
- Type:
- Sparkling
- Varietal:
- Pinot Noir-Chardonnay
- Region:
- Southeastern Australia
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