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Vilafonté Series M Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 Wine Review

Vilafonté Series M Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon 2006

Vilafonté Series M Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon 2006

W.O., Paarl, South Africa

Community Score:91/100

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Price: $39.95

Drink: 2011-2017

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 14.5%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Vilafonté

Agent: Hobbs & Co. - Perigon

Natalie's Score: 91/100

The wine is a classic Bordeaux blend, with Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Cabernet Franc. Lovely dark blackberry and blackcurrant richness. Full-bodied and smooth with dark spices on the finish. Perfect for steak dinner.

Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: steak.

This Vilafonté Series M Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 was reviewed on April 2, 2011 by Natalie MacLean

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The regal Series M blend starts with aromas of dark juicy plum and black currant, coffee and chocolate, rolling into an array of bright, spicy black fruit, tobacco and cedar. Rich and savory on the palate but enlivened by good minerality, it’s a classic South African red with world-class balance. Score: 90 Source: Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz

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