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This was the last pour from a lovely bottle of BOXCAR rose 2006.

Crystals in wine: What are they?
The crystals at the bottom of a bottle of wine are usually a sign that the wine is of good quality.
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In other words, wine diamonds are an indicator that the grapes ripened for a long time, and that the winemaker fermented the wine slowly and with great care. Both are important precursors to crafting high quality wines.

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