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Score 79/100 · Drink 2004, Robert Parker, Apr 1999

Although it is a pleasant, medium ruby-colored wine, the 1996 De Sales is dry in the finish. It reveals ripe cherry fruit intermixed with dusty earthy elements as well as a suggestion of roasted nuts. Drink it over the next 3-4 years.

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79
79/100

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79
79/100

Robert Parker

79
79/100

Robert Parker

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79 points
Robert Parker
Score 79/100 · Robert Parker

Although it is a pleasant, medium ruby-colored wine, the 1996 De Sales is dry in the finish. It reveals ripe cherry fruit intermixed with dusty earthy elements as well as a suggestion of roasted nuts. Drink it over the next 3-4 years. Apr 1999, www.robertparker.com

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de Sales
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Grape Blend

Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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