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Amor Bendall Wines Cru Gisborne NZ Chardonnay 2004

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90/100 45

Selection of barrel component of reserve with 9 months age in new oak. Dense wine with plenty of flavour some mealy character and a hint of butter and lees. Solid oak bt enough fruit (peach, melon and lemon) to handle.

Tasted: Mar 2006   Closure: S'cap    Average price: NZD $50 (~USD $42)

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