Quite ripe and packed with black-fruit flavors, this full-bodied, smooth wine also adds notes of chocolate, vanilla and cinnamon for extra complexity. It's mouthfilling and luxurious in texture. Jim Gordon
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Price$15,Buy Now
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DesignationAncient Vines
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Alcohol14.5%
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Bottle Size750 ml
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CategoryRed
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Date Published11/1/2021
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