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DOMAINE HELENA 2020 SINGLE VINEYARD CABERNET SAUVIGNON (NORTH COAST)

North Coast, North Coast, California, US
Rating
90
Price
$48
Winery
Domaine Helena
Variety
Cabernet Sauvignon
Region
North Coast
Wine Type
Red
Alcohol
13.9%
Bottle Size
750 ml
Issue Date
3/1/2024
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This is a very well integrated, easy-to-sip Cab Sauv layering aromas and flavors
of black currant, black cherry, capsicum, toasted wood, rose, violet, black
pepper and a touch of eucalyptus. — Stacy Briscoe


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