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Dominique Portet Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Yarra Valley Australia 2003

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83/100 35

Strong berry friuit and plum with plenty of oak. Sweet fruit balanced against drying tannins. Quite grippy on finish. Has an annoying sweetness about it.

Tasted: Sep 2005    Average price: n/a

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