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87
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
Organically grown chardonnay. Toasty and spicy oak nuances dominate the peach-apple fruit for now. Some mineral earthiness. Medium-full bodied, dry and clean, with good balance and substance. Very good length.
- Price:
- $17.95
- Type:
- White
- Varietal:
- Chardonnay
- Vintage:
- 2005
- Region:
- Mendocino County, California
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