The June 2019 Auction: Part 3
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1 / 2Lot 488
Estimate: $300
Lightly corroded capsule, slightly recessed corks, very lightly bin soiled, very lightly damp stained label.
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Collection name
The Valentino Collection: Selections From a Legendary Cellar
Reviews
98WS
"A smashing wine, following in the wake of the great ones in 1984, '85 and '86. Bursting with cherry, plum and prune flavors. Coffee, anise, cedar and tea notes sneak in on the long, complex finish. Intense, but gentle, with tannins rapidly smoothing to a velvety texture."
Region
Red
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Score
"A smashing wine, following in the wake of the great ones in 1984, '85 and '86. Bursting with cherry, plum and prune flavors. Coffee, anise, cedar and tea notes sneak in on the long, complex finish. Intense, but gentle, with tannins rapidly smoothing to a velvety texture."
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