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2011 Les Grandes Murailles

Les Grandes Murailles

87Average Score

Bordeaux / France

Red

This well-made St.-Emilion possesses notes of raspberries and cherries, medium body and a fine finish. There are no hard edges, so consume this 2011 over the next 5-7 years. Apr 2014, www.robertparker.com

Robert Parker Score: 87/100

12x75cl	-	0 Immediate \| 4 Marketplace		£346.00
6x75cl	-	0 Immediate \| 30 Marketplace		£175.00

Scores + Notes

Average Score

Robert ParkerScore: 87/100

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Product Details

Country

France

Region

Bordeaux

Sub-region

St Emilion

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

Alcohol %

Product Type

Still wine

Product Subtype

Drinking Window