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Osoyoos Larose 2011
Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaOpen, peppery, tobacco, Oxo cube, inky, earthy, licorice nose with black berry, prune and savoury herb aromas. Dry, full, rich but austere palate with some grainy, astringent tannins. Juicy with cassis, cranberry, peppery, savoury, thyme, clove, vanilla, green bean, chocolate, leather and tobacco flavours. Finish has some tea and black olive notes but is quite dry. Needs 2-4 years more in bottle to soften out. A reserved red from a cool year.Tasted: 08 September 2015Tasted by: Prices:BC | $39.00 | 750ml | private wine shops |
AB | $45.00 | 750ml | fine wine boutiques |
ON | $45.00 | 750ml | consignment - Vincor International |
QC | $45.00 | 750ml |
Blend: Merlot - Cabernet Sauvignon - Cabernet Franc - Petit Verdot - MalbecCSPC: 129999UPC: 871610001554