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Score 91/100 · Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider, Jan 2016

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91
91/100

Robert Parker

91
91/100

Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider

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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 93+/100 · Drink 2017-2027, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Dec 2014

Cabernet Franc plays the leading role in the 2012 Contrarian. Sweet floral and savory aromatics meld into a core of dark red stone fruits in a deep, resonant wine built on pure verticality. All the elements fall into place in a gracious yet powerful wine. The Cabernet Franc is felt especially in the lifted, floral aromatics that are woven throughout.

91 points
Robert Parker
Score 91/100 · Drink 2016-2028, Robert Parker, Oct 2014

The 2012 Proprietary Red Contrarian (an equal part blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc) is slightly more structured. Its dense ruby/purple color is followed by notes of blackcurrants, licorice, lead pencil shavings, vanillin and spice. Made in a fuller-bodied, more structured and masculine style, it should drink well 2016-2028.

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Red

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Dry

Under the law of Hong Kong, intoxicating liquor must not be sold or supplied to a minor in the course of business. 根據香港法律,不得在業務過程中,向未成年人售賣或供應令人醺醉的酒類 。
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