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2008

Rudd Oakville Estate Proprietary Red

Tasted 18 February 2017 Napa Valley · Oakville

Same as all of my previous notes. 97-98 points. Wonderful dusty tannins that beautifully frame the classical red and black currant, earth, and spice flavors.

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