Canoe Ridge Vineyard the Expedition Malbec 2015

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Canoe Ridge Vineyard the Expedition

Varietal: Malbec

Vintage: 2015

Country of Origin: Washington

Appellation: Horse Heaven Hills

Retail Price: $15

Tasting Notes: First hints of aroma on this are faint but develop to more complex blackberry and spice with time in the glass. Very mild flavors of vanilla and tobacco blend nicely with dark fruit to offer an overall balanced experience. Finish is short and soft. No need for food — just pop the bottle and enjoy.

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FIVE STARS
*****
92-100
A Top-flight wine. Superior in taste and character and providing an outstanding price/value relationship.

FOUR STARS
****
86-91
A very good wine and an excellent value. A wine for which customers will keep coming back.

THREE STARS
***
80-85
An above-average wine, at a reasonable price point, which many customers enjoy.

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Canoe Ridge Vineyard the Expedition Malbec 2015