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Juno
(view
available wine selection on winelist)
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2008
Rosé |
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87
POINTS
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BEST
BUY
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"An
elegant nose of strawberry, raspberry and lemon is the
start of this poised rosé. Unfolding fruit and citrus
flavors keep the wine balanced and clean, but the
overall character is feminine and soft. A very pretty
wine with a classic touch." |
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Wine
Enthusiast Magazine, March 2009 |
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2007
Rosé |
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85
POINTS
POINTS
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BEST
BUY |
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"Fresh
aromas of strawberries and toasty spice lead on this
friendly rosé from Juno. On the palate, it’s soft and
subtle, with vibrant fruit flavors and a delicate
finish. A great everyday wine that will pair especially
well with seafood and summer fare."
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Wine
Enthusiast Magazine, March 1, 2008 |
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2008
Chardonnay |
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86
POINTS
POINTS
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BEST
BUY |
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Wine
Enthusiast Magazine |
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2007
Chardonnay |
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95
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
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OUTSTANDING,
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED |
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"One
tasty chardonnay for the money. The prudent use of oak
allows the vibrant fruit flavors to shine. Papaya,
lemon, lime, and melon tones create a fabric of
ripeness. A touch of allspice and anise weave an
interesting facet. The acidity lasts through the finish.
A refreshing, classic style priced well below its
quality."
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RedWhiteandRose.com,
December 2008 |
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2008
Sauvignon Blanc |
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84
POINTS
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Wine
Enthusiast Magazine, June 2009 |
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2006
Sauvignon Blanc |
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ACCOLADE
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"Particularly
mouth-popping, with layers of taste and a lime kick,
with some mouthfeel and weight. Charming and
sophisticated."
Wall
Street Journal (“Easy on the Wallet, Lovely on the
Palate”), December 27, 2008 |
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2006
Sauvignon Blanc
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85
POINTS
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POINTS
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BEST
BUY |
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"Zippy
tropical fruit and gooseberry aromas lead, with a touch
of green grass adding freshness. A clean acidity cuts
through the fruit, keeping the wine light and clean, and
the finish is long. A typical South African Sauvignon
Blanc at a very nice price." (March 1, 2008)
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Wine
Enthusiast Magazine, March 1, 2008 |
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ACCOLADE
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Best
Value (Very Good): "Particularly
mouth-popping, with layers of taste and a lime kick,
with some mouthfeel and weight. Charming and
sophisticated."
The Wall Street Journal online,
April 25, 2008: "Out of Africa" article.
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88
POINTS
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VERY
GOOD: A WINE WITH SPECIAL QUALITIES |
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“A
nice live-wire version, with gooseberry, lime, flint and
chive flavors that crackle through the finish.
Well done. Drink now.” |
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Wine
Spectator, April 30, 2005 |
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87
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
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VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT, RECOMMENDED |
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“Slightly
high-toned, exotic aromas of fruit salad, melon and
honey. Supple, round, ripe and nicely concentrated, with
hints of tropical fruits and lime and a floral lift.
…… clean, pure and balanced to give early pleasure.
At once ripe and dry, with firm-edged acids framing the
fruit.” |
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Stephen
Tanzer's
International Wine Cellar, March/April
2005 |
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2006
Shiraz |
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94
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
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OUTSTANDING,
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED |
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“A
black raspberry elixir with hints of balsamic reduction,
burnt caramel, and roasted coffee bean. The mid-palate
offers flavors of plum and a hint of vanilla. Smoky,
with gun metal nuances on the finish. You would expect
this quality in a wine at twice the price." |
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RedWhiteandRose.com,
Dec 2008 |
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2006
Shiraz |
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85
POINTS
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Wine
Enthusiast Magazine, June 2009 |
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2005
Shiraz
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87
POINTS
POINTS
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BEST
BUY
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"An
elegant nose of strawberry, raspberry and lemon is the
start of this poised rosé. Unfolding fruit and citrus
flavors keep the wine balanced and clean, but the
overall character is feminine and soft. A very pretty
wine with a classic touch." |
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Wine
Enthusiast Magazine, March 1, 2008 |
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2007
Cab/Shiraz/Merlot
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87
POINTS
POINTS
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BEST
BUY |
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Wine
Enthusiast Magazine |
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2006
Cab/Shiraz/Merlot
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95
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
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OUTSTANDING,
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED |
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“A
blend of
shiraz
of 50%, cabernet sauvignon of 30%, and merlot of 20%.
Black tea, vanilla bean, plum, tobacco, hibiscus flower,
and black cherry skins create a complex canvas of
flavors. This red blend is dense, sultry, and hints at a
little pencil lead minerality on the finish. An
incredible value for the money."
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RedWhiteandRose.com,
December 2008 |
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2003
Cabernet
Sauvignon |
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90+
POINTS
POINTS
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OUTSTANDING |
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“Full
ruby-red. Sexy aromas of black raspberry, cassis, violet
and spicy oak. Densely packed, suave and fine-grained;
the primal flavors of black fruits, menthol, mocha and
brown spices are framed and extended by brisk acidity.
Finishes vibrant, firm and long. ” |
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Stephen
Tanzer's
International Wine Cellar, March/April 2007 |
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2003
Cabernet
Sauvignon |
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89
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
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VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT, RECOMMENDED |
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“Subtle
smoke, mocha and cassis on the nose lead into an elegant
balance of berry, vanilla oak and mineral. An
assertive wine with tannins that can use aging, the wine
has a masculine, complex character and a savory finish,
but is not overpowering. Overall, a choice with finesse." |
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Wine
Enthusiast Magazine, November 2008 |
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2001
Cabernet
Sauvignon |
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90
POINTS
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The
Wine Report, 2007 |
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2002
Cabernet Reserve
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89+
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
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VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT |
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"Loads
of wonderfully ripe black fruits are interspersed with
roasting spices in the aromatics of the 2002 Cabernet
Sauvignon Reserve. This broad, deep, medium-bodied wine
is crammed with flavors reminiscent of candied dark
berries, asphalt, mint, and spices. Its long, seamless
finish exhibits copious quantities of fine, supple
tannin. Projected maturity: now - 2012." |
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Robert
Parker - Wine Advocate |
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92
POINTS
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The
Wine Report, 2007 |
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2002
Cabernet
Sauvignon Reserve |
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88+
POINTS
POINTS
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VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT |
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“Bright
ruby-red. Ripe but tight nose hints at spicecake.
Broader and sweeter than the regular bottling, but a bit
chunkier too, with roasted and liqueur-like aspects to
the medicinal dark berry and menthol flavors. ” |
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Stephen
Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, March/April 2007 |
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2001
Cabernet
Sauvignon Reserve |
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88
POINTS
POINTS
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VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT, RECOMMENDED |
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“Cassis,
graphite and minerals on the nose, along with fresh
herbs and bitter chocolate; I would have picked this as
Bordeaux. Supple, grapey and dry, with distinctly cool
flavors of cassis, bitter chocolate, herbs and
licorice.....A juicy, firmly structured wine, finishing
with solid tannins and a slight greenness. This should
reward four or five years of aging.” |
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Stephen
Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, March/April
2005 |
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2000
Cabernet
Sauvignon Reserve |
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89
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
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VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT, RECOMMENDED |
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“Bright,
deep red. Nuanced nose combines redcurrant, plum,
tobacco leaf and mint. Intensely flavored, bright and
nicely focused, with varietally expressive redcurrant,
tar and tobacco leaf notes. Distinctly riper than the
basic cab/merlot and cabernet bottlings. Juicy and
suave, with restrained sweetness, fine tannins and very
good length.” |
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Stephen
Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, March/April
2005 |
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1999
Cabernet
Sauvignon Reserve |
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89+
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
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VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT, RECOMMENDED |
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“Ruby-red.
Complex aromas of cassis, cherry, green pepper, cedar,
violet and cassis leaf, along with tangy oak spices.
Dense and peppery on the palate; offers a claret-like
penetrating sweetness without excess weight. Youthful
flavors of red berries, mint and cedar. Finishes with
rather fine tannins and subtle persistence.” |
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Stephen
Tanzer's
International Wine Cellar, March/April
2005
(A
“+” after a score from Stephen Tanzer denotes a wine
that is likely to merit a higher rating in time.) |
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2005
Cabernet
Sauvignon Merlot |
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89
POINTS
POINTS
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VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT |
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"A
soft plum, berry, and pepper nose leads this elegant
wine from Le Riche. On the palate, restrained but
expressive layers of spice, tobacco, and berry, balanced
by good acidity offer character and ageability. A very
pretty wine for a good price." |
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Wine
Enthusiast Magazine, November 2008 |
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2005
Cabernet
Sauvignon Merlot |
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89
POINTS
POINTS
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VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT |
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"Full
ruby-red. Aromas of dried berries and woodsmoke
complicated by a leafy nuance. Ripe, smooth, and
approachable, with rather gentle but deep flavors of
redcurrant, plum, smoke, and tobacco. The broad finish
features a fine dusting of tannins." |
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Stephen
Tanzer's International Wine
Cellar, March/April 2009 |
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2003
Cabernet
Sauvignon Merlot |
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88
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
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VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT |
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”A
blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon and 35% Merlot, the 2003
Cabernet/Merlot bursts from the glass with candied red
as well as black fruits. Its highly expressive,
fruit-forward personality is medium-bodied, supple, and
displays oodles of sweet blackberry as well as black
cherry fruit. This lush wine would have received a more
exalted review if not for a somewhat clipped finish.
Anticipated maturity: now-2009." |
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Robert
Parker - Wine Advocate |
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2003
Cabernet
Sauvignon Merlot |
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89
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
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VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT |
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“Medium
ruby-red. Aromas of currant, singed plum, licorice,
herbs and flowers, with a suggestion of exotic fruits. A
juicy, leanish midweight and a very successful blend,
with complex blackberry, mineral and mint flavors.
Elegant and nicely delineated wine, finishing with firm
tannins and good lift and persistence.” |
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Stephen
Tanzer's
International Wine Cellar, March/April
2007 |
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2001
Cabernet/Merlot
Blend |
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89
POINTS
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Stephen
Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, 2007 |
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2001
Cabernet/Merlot
Blend |
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BOUQUET
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“Recommended”
Among 21 favorite South African red blends of all those
tasted.
Michael
Franz, Washington Post, June 15, 2004
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Oak
Valley
(view
available wine selection on winelist)
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2007
Chardonnay |
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90
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
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OUTSTANDING,
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED |
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"Bright
straw-yellow color. Sexy aromas of peach, butter,
iodine, brown spices and nutty oak. Broad, spicy, rich
and full, with a lovely silky texture enlivened by a
surprising spine of acidity. Has the intensity of stone
fruit flavor to support its spicy oak component. This
dense, sweet chardonnay offers serious texture and
concentration, and excellent length." |
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Steve
Tanzer’s International Wine Cellar, March/April 2009 |
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2006
Chardonnay |
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90
POINTS
POINTS
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OUTSTANDING,
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED |
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“Maturing,
with broad, rich melon, apple, warm brioche and butter
notes that glide through the soft, but lengthy
finish. A crowd-pleaser. Drink now.” |
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Steve
Tanzer’s International Wine Cellar, March/April 2009 |
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2007
Sauvignon
Blanc |
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91
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
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OUTSTANDING,
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED |
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"Pale,
bright yellow. Pungent aromas of candied citrus peel,
lemon blossom, gooseberry and smoky pepper, with
suggestions of flint and tropical fruits. Broad and rich
but juicy, with complex, dusty flavors of pineapple,
minerals, and smoky herbs. The texture of this intense
wine reminded me of a brisk chardonnay. The lingering
finish features smoky and flinty nuances. Impressively
concentrated and structure sauvignon." |
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Steve
Tanzer’s International Wine Cellar, March/April 2009 |
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2007
Sauvignon
Blanc |
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89
POINTS
POINTS
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VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT |
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“Bracing
and open, with lots of lime, fleur de sel, chalk and
sweet pea notes that linger through the lengthy finish.
Drink now.” |
|
Wine
Spectator, 2008 |
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2005
Sauvignon
Blanc |
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ACCOLADE
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Regional
Sauvignon Blanc under ₤10 – Decanter Trophy
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2005
Red
Blend |
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88
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
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VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT |
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"Good
dark red. Aromas of spicecake, pepper and tobacco with
an oaky overlay. Juicy, intense and on the lean side,
with firm acids framing the slightly green flavors of
fresh herbs and tobacco leaf. With moderate mid-palate
stuffing and an obvious oak element, the finish comes
across as a bit dry. But there’s subtle lingering
flavor on the back." |
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Steve
Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, March/April 2009 |
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2004
Red
Blend |
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91
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
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OUTSTANDING,
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED |
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"Very
complex and very impressive for the money, this blend of
88% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Franc and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon
seems more nuanced and intricate than one might expect
with Merlot comprising such a large percentage of the
overall blend. Perhaps the wine is now mature
enough to be showing a bit of bottle bouquet. Dark
berry and black plum fruit notes are expressive but not
overwhelming, allowing a number of other accents to show
themselves. These include cocoa, tobacco leaf,
fresh meat, and minerals, along with an undertone of
smoky oak. Very impressive!" |
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Wine
Review Online (M. Franz), September 16, 2008 |
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2004
Red
Blend |
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87
POINTS
POINTS
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VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT |
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“A
polished, modern style, with a layer of roasted vanilla
bean followed by notes of coffee, mocha and currant
fruit. slightly firm, toasty finish. Merlot,
Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink now.” |
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Wine
Spectator, 2008 |
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ACCOLADE
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Best
Bordeaux-style red blend over ₤10 - Decanter
World Wine Awards 2007
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Rietvallei
(view
available wine selection on winelist)
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2008
John
B White Blend
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88
POINTS
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BEST
BUY (#5 of top 100 Best Buys for 2009!!!) |
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Wine
Enthusiast |
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2007
John
B Red Blend
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84
POINTS
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BEST
BUY |
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Wine
Enthusiast, June 2009 |
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2004
1908 Muscadel
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92
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
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OUTSTANDING,
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED |
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"Pale
reddish-copper color. Exotic dried rose, woodsmoke and
raisin on the very sexy nose; reminded me of Philip
Togni’s singular Ca’Togni sweet wine. Then
concentrated and powerful but not particularly thick,
with surprising acidity framing and lifting the
fascinating flavors of ripe cherry, tea, mocha,
molasses, and botanical herbs. Finishes very long and
strong, with a compelling lingering perfume and a
youthfully imploded impression that suggests there’s
more to come. Utterly fascinating and easy to drink." |
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Steve
Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, March/April 2009 |
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2007
Natural
Chardonnay |
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89
POINTS
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Wine
Enthusiast, 2008 |
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2008
Unwooded
Chardonnay |
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87
POINTS
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Wine
Enthusiast, June 2009 |
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2007
Unwooded
Chardonnay |
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89
POINTS
POINTS
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VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT |
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"Refreshing
flowers and fruit lead on the nose of this impressive
chardonnay, followed by flavors of flowers, layered
fruit, and a clean acidic edge. The wine has class and
character, and is a perfect food-pairing choice." |
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Wine
Enthusiast, September 2008 |
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2008
Sauvignon
Blanc |
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88
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
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VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT |
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"Bright,
pale yellow. Cool aromas of gooseberry, grapefruit,
pepper and mint. Dense, chewy and saline, with good
texture to the round but dry flavors of lime, melon and
fresh herbs. Could use a bit more lift and intensity,
but there’s intriguing minerality lurking. Finishes
chewy and spicy, with a slight harshness." |
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Steve
Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, March/April 2009 |
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2008
Sauvignon
Blanc |
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88
POINTS
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BEST
BUY |
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Wine
Enthusiast, June 2009 |
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2007
Sauvignon
Blanc |
|
89
POINTS
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Wine
Enthusiast, 2008 - 2007 |
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2008
Chenin
Blanc |
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87
POINTS
POINTS
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VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT |
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"This
exuberant Chenin, with its crisp aromas of apples and
tropical fruits, offers a delicious balance of
refreshing fruit flavors with a balanced acidity.
Full-bodied but easy-drinking, the wine has a lingering,
clean finish." |
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Wine
Enthusiast, September 2008 |
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2008
Chenin
Blanc |
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87
POINTS
POINTS
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VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT |
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"Pale,
bright yellow. Aromas of pineapple, citrus pith, honey
and exotic flowers. Light, juicy, and quite dry, but
with a chewy texture to the slightly tart-edged citrus
flavors. This firm wine finishes with decent
length." |
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Steve
Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, March/April 2009 |
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2007
Chenin
Blanc |
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87
POINTS
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BEST
BUY |
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Wine
Enthusiast, 2008 |
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2008
Juanita
Rosé |
|
87
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
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VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT |
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"Bright,
pale red. Pungent strawberry, cherry and cinnamon
aromas. Offers a supple texture but also a nice light
touch, with an edge of acidity keeping the fruit fresh.
A serious, fairly dry rosé with plenty of body for the
dinner table. Finishes brisk." |
|
Steve
Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, March/April 2009 |
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2008
Juanita
Rosé |
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ACCOLADE
|
Awarded
best Rosé at Dutch Wine & Food Festival
(Amsterdam). -- Prix du Sommelier 2008
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2007
Juanita
Rosé
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88
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
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VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT |
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"Fresh,
fruity, and charming, this rosé offers full-bodied
flavors of strawberry and spice that are balanced and
complex. A step above the typical flirty rosé, the wine
gives style and substance and will handle heartier
dishes – think Moroccan tagine or grilled, spiced fish." |
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Wine
Enthusiast, March 2009 |
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2007
Shiraz
|
|
87
POINTS
|
|
Wine
Enthusiast, June 2009 |
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2007
Cabernet
Sauvignon
|
|
89
POINTS
|
|
Wine
Enthusiast, 2009 |
|
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2007
Cabernet
Sauvignon
|
|
87
POINTS
POINTS
|
VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT |
|
"Bright
red-ruby. Very ripe berries, plum, smoked meat, tobacco
and coffee on the nose. Supple and sweet, with a
slightly stewed berry flavor complemented by smoky oak.
Finishes with rather smooth tannins and a whiff of mint." |
|
Steve
Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, March/April 2009 |
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|
2005
Cabernet
Sauvignon
|
|
89
POINTS
|
|
Wine
Enthusiast, 2008 |
|
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2004
Cabernet
Sauvignon |
|
87
POINTS
|
|
Wine
Enthusiast, 2008 |
|
|
2004
Special
Select Cabernet
Sauvignon |
|
87
POINTS
|
|
Wine
Enthusiast, June 2009 |
|
|
2004
Special
Select Cabernet
Sauvignon |
|
87
POINTS
|
|
Wine
Enthusiast, 2008 |
|
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2007
Muscadel |
|
89
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
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VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT |
|
"Reddish-copper
color. Pungent nose combines cinnamon, clove, rose,
molasses and a hint of raisin. Sweet and silky on the
palate, with lovely spicy acidity giving it lift and
life. Not hugely complex but intensely flavored and
brisk: a dessert wine with real energy. Finishes a bit
aggressive but carries its 16% alcohol gracefully." |
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Steve
Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, March/April 2009 |
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2007
Muscadel |
|
PLATINUM
AWARD
|
Muscats
du Monde
|
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Slaley
(view
available wine selection on winelist)
|
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Pinotage,
Cabernet,
Shiraz |
|
GOLD
MEDALS
|
SA
Young Wine Awards 2007 |
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2003
Pinotage |
|
|
89
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
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VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT |
|
“Dark,
bright red. Smoky dark berries, baking spices and fresh
herbs on the nose, with a lightly candied quality.
Supple and broad but classically dry, with some sexy oak
tones and a saline nuance adding to its appeal. Not a
sweet style but boasts good power and underlying
structure. Finishes with dusty tannins. This can be
cellared.” |
|
Steve
Tanzer's
International Wine Cellar, March/April
2007 |
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2002
Ghost
Gum |
|
88
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
|
VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT |
|
”Cab
Sauvignon with bits of merlot, petit verdot, and cab
franc; aged in new barriques for 30 months. Ruby
red. Dark fruits, tobacco and mint on the nose. A juicy,
firm midweight, with brisk acidity framing the cassis,
cedar and mint flavors. Finishes with dusty, slightly
drying tannins and good length." |
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Steve
Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, 2007 |
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2003
Cabernet
Sauvignon
Reserve |
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88+
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
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VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT |
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“Deep
ruby-red. Dark berries, mint, tobacco and nutty oak on
the nose. Densely packed, fresh and a bit youthfully
clenched, with ripe acids framing the claret-like
currant and tobacco flavors. This serious cabernet
displays a lovely subtle sweetness…” |
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Steve
Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, March/April
2007 |
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2003
Syrah |
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87
POINTS
POINTS
|
VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT |
|
“Medium
red. Inviting aromas of plum, currant, mocha, pepper and
spice, with meaty and earthy nuances. Suave, warm and
meaty, with good concentration and ripe, integrated
acidity. Old school but with sweetness. ” |
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Steve
Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, March/April 2007 |
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91
POINTS
POINTS
POINTS
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OUTSTANDING,
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED |
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“…
A black hole of a nose, hinting at cassis, dark
chocolate, menthol, licorice, minerals, gunflint and
smoky oak. … Rich, chewy, very dense flavors of
blackberry, dark chocolate, menthol and licorice, framed
and intensified by lively acidity. Finishes with big,
broad, dusty tannins and impressive length.” |
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Steve
Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, March/April
2005 |
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87
POINTS
POINTS
|
VERY
GOOD: A WINE WITH SPECIAL QUALITIES |
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“Alluring
dark blackberry, plum and chocolate aromas and flavors
with fleshy fruit, mineral and cocoa powder. Nicely
done. Drink now.” |
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Wine
Spectator,
May 15, 2005 |
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BOUQUET
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“Very
ripe and overly fruity with blackberry notes accented by
red-cherry undertones and subtle smoky oak."
Santé
Magazine, October 2004
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ACCOLADE
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“I
loved it from my first whiff and sip…The ripe berry
fruit is very dense and deeply flavored, with soft
texture and fine balance.” TOP 5 list of South
African Shiraz’s. -- Michael Franz, Washington
Post, July 14, 2004
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2004
Camissa
red blend |
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86
POINTS
POINTS
|
VERY
GOOD TO EXCELLENT |
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“Also
recommended” |
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Steve
Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, March/April 2007 |
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