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<H1>Hawk Crest by Stag's Leap Merlot 2005 -- Wine Sense Shopping Cart</H1>
<B>$12.99</B>
-- <I>Full of Character!</I>
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Velvety rich with silky texture…lovely aromas of blueberry, ripe plum and black cherry accented by hints of violet, anise, pepper and dark chocolate. Plenty of fl avors of black cherry, plum and dark berries mix with medium soft tannins, sweet vanilla and well-integrated oak.</P>
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<LI>Vintage: 2005
<LI>Region: Napa Valley, California
<LI>Lifespan: Drink through 2012
<LI>Grape: Merlot
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