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S.C. Pannell 2017 The Vale Red (McLaren Vale)

Rating
88
Price
$20
Winery
Variety
Wine Type
Red
Alcohol
14.5%
Bottle Size
750 ml
Issue Date
9/1/2024
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This blend of two classic South Aussie varieties—Shiraz and Grenache—tastes younger than it is. The forrest fruit is still at the fore, mostly primary but starting to veer a touch raisin-y, backed a subtle mint chocolate nuance. It's plush and mouth-filling with just enough acidity and herb-flecked tannins to freshen and structure. Christina Pickard

What Is Blind Tasting?

All tastings reported in the Buying Guide are performed blind. Typically, products are tasted in peer-group flights of from 5-8 samples. Reviewers may know general information about a flight to provide context—vintage, variety or appellation—but never the producer or retail price of any given selection. When possible, products considered flawed or uncustomary are retasted.

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About The Scores

*Products deemed unacceptable (receving a rating below 80 points) are not reviewed.

98-100

Classic
The Pinnacle of quality

94-97

Superb
A great achievement

90-93

Excellent
Highly recommended

87-89

Very Good
Often good value; well recommended

83-86

Good
Suitable for everyday consumption, often good value

80-82

Acceptable
Can be employed


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