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Score 93/100 · James Suckling, Feb 2019

This is a fascinating and seductive red blend with everything from chocolate and ripe blackberries to delicate herbal and savory notes. The full body is married to restrained power, moderately dry tannins and lovely freshness that lifts the finish. A blend of 47 per cent Malbec, 27 per cent petit verdot, 23 per cent cabernet sauvignon and three per cent merlot. Drink or hold.

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90
90/100

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93
93/100

James Suckling

90
90/100

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

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88 points
Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, Wine Advocate
Score 88/100 · Drink 2019-2031, Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, Wine Advocate, Jan 2019

The 2016 Dragon's Tooth is blended of 46% Malbec, 27% Petit Verdot, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon and 4% Merlot with a deep garnet-purple color and broody, earthy nose with tar and black soil over baked plums and black cherries plus Indian spices. The full-bodied palate is firm with a taut line and chewy finish.

90 points
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 90/100 · Drink 2018-2026, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Dec 2018

Trefethen's 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Dragon's Tooth is forward, fruity and delicious. I would prefer to drink it over the next decade or so, while the red cherry, plum and pomegranate flavors retain their youthful succulence. Medium in body, with soft curves, the 2016 has much to recommend it.

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Trefethen Family
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Red

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Dry

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