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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 new vintage of this Niagara flagship (first made in the mid-’80s) presents more pear and apple than ever. There is also familiar grapefruit, herbs, fennel and pepper character. Light bodied (only 11 per cent alcohol) and delicate, with a touch of sweetness. Good length. LCBO 234583
- Price:
- $14.05
- Type:
- White
- Varietal:
- Riesling
- Vintage:
- 2007
- Region:
- Niagara Peninsula
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