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Abbey Cellars Graduate Merlot Cabernet Hawke's Bay NZ 2006

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84/100 35

Soft, sweet developed berryfruit flavours and a pleasantly drying finish. Bottle age has given the wine a mellow texture. Accessible wine in a peak drinking condition.

Tasted: Jul 2010   Closure: S'cap    Average price: NZD $27 (~USD $23)

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