Sadly, this was corked (the cork was infected with 2,4,6-trichloroanisole or TCA). Its too bad as the underlying wine seemed quite good. Might have been a great value.
Grade:
Vintage:
2012
Current Price:
$12.00USD
2012 Zaca Mesa Syrah, USA, California, Santa Barbara, Santa Ynez, Wine Review
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Vintage:
2011
Score:
88
Grade:
B+
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Vintage:
2017
Score:
91
Grade:
A-
Current Price:
$60.00USD
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Vintage:
2016
Score:
94
Grade:
A
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Vintage:
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Score:
94
Grade:
A
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