Tuesday Blind Tastings
Blackjack Cabernet Merlot 2004
Bendigo, Australia
Price: $20.70
Rating: 92
Source: Cellar
Description: Lovely vibrant colour, hints of capsicum and mint on the nose, palate was full flavoured with a good acid balance. An enjoyable, well made wine.
Tasting date: 08 December 2015
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