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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
The yellow-gold colour signals a big, smoky chardonnay with toasted almond, buttered asparagus, pear fruit and a touch of wet wool related to sulphur. The chardonnay is full bodied, firm and dry, with brash intensity. Excellent length. Frequently at Vintages.
- Price:
- $25.15
- Type:
- White
- Varietal:
- Chardonnay
- Vintage:
- 2005
- Region:
- Napa Valley, California
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