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The Spring 2017 Distinguished Cellar Auction
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Estimate: $150
Very lightly scuffed capsule.
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94NM
"A deep garnet core with dark ruby rim . . . . More sous-bois/tertiary character with a touch of wild hedgerow and even a little mulberry and capsicum. A medium-bodied palate, tertiary personality, good acidity, some oak still unresolved with a bit of a hard landing on the finish. Moderate length. A decent La Mission, workmanlike but austere. This has firmed up over the last few months . . ."
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"A deep garnet core with dark ruby rim . . . . More sous-bois/tertiary character with a touch of wild hedgerow and even a little mulberry and capsicum. A medium-bodied palate, tertiary personality, good acidity, some oak still unresolved with a bit of a hard landing on the finish. Moderate length. A decent La Mission, workmanlike but austere. This has firmed up over the last few months . . ."
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