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The tannins are beautifully polished, and it offers notable purity and freshness as well as a great finish. It's another 2017 that offers incredible quality. It too is ideal for drinking over the coming 10-15 years, and I certainly wouldn't be surprised to see it keep longer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pinnacle Imports","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31965018816575,"sku":"","price":170.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1451\/4058\/products\/pinnacle-imports-cabernet-sauvignon-kinsella-jersey-boys-14425856966719.jpg?v=1586975479"},{"product_id":"round-pond-estate-kith-kin","title":"Round Pond Estate Kith \u0026 Kin","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine is approachable in its youth, with balanced tannins and a fruit forward character. 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