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86
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
New listing from Ironstone. Paler than many shirazes. Not great density or structure. Compensates with lifted smoky bacon, clove, caper, pepper and charcoal flavours. Firm, tartish acidity, hot alcohol and soft tannin. Enjoy now.
- Price:
- $13.35
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- Shiraz
- Vintage:
- 2005
- Region:
- California
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