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2015

MacDonald Cabernet Sauvignon

Tasted 9 November 2021 Napa Valley · Oakville

Let this dude sit for a while in the corner. If this bottle is any indication as to how much time this 2015 is going to need to fully unveil its greatness, it'll be a hot minute or three before it's back and ready to…

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