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Akarua Central Otago NZ Chardonnay 2005

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80/100 35

Quite a rich ripe style for Central Otago with plenty of oak that leaves a drying woody residue on the finish. The wine carries the aclohol well and has a good texture with moderate length. The oak lets it down.

Tasted: Apr 2007   Closure: S'cap    Average price: NZD $25 (~USD $21)

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