The November 2012 Internet-Only Auction Part 2
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Lot 853
Estimate: $110
Base neck, bin soiled, and lighlty torn label.
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93WS
"An outstanding discovery. Ripe and tannic, with lots of tobacco flavor to add depth to the raisin and cherry flavors. Supple, harmonious and complex, a bit tough, built like a claret for long-term aging."
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Red
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"An outstanding discovery. Ripe and tannic, with lots of tobacco flavor to add depth to the raisin and cherry flavors. Supple, harmonious and complex, a bit tough, built like a claret for long-term aging."
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