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91
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
The price has really been hiked up. Very shy, refined nose of strawberry, sour cherry, mild wet stone, herbs and biscuit. Very subtle. The wine is light to mid-weight, racy, well-sewn acidity. Pinpoint balance and focus. Excellent length. Vintages Essential.
- Price:
- $89.95
- Type:
- Sparkling
- Varietal:
- Champagne
- Region:
- Champagne, France
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