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Old 10-20-2008, 11:50 AM   #3
classicman
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Originally Posted by Scriveyn View Post
It's a cuvée of Tempranillo and Cabernet Sauvignon, 14 months in barrique. Have opened only one bottle of these and quite a while ago. I noted a strong "oily" film on the glass, indicating the heavy character of the Tempranillo. The Cabernet S. gives it more character.

Of course the La Fleur is easily 2 classes above the rest. It has a sensational nose and made every other wine I'd had until then seem like a can of Coke. Brought it home from Paris.
I will be looking to acquire both locally - any idea on a bottle price?
Wait where are you located again?
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