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Awaroa Waiheke Island Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot NZ Merlot 2005

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83/100 35

Impressively weighty wine with concentrated berry and savoury flavours plus a solid oak influence. The wine is a tad over-extracted and drying but could improve with age.

Tasted: Jan 2007   Closure: S'cap    Average price: NZD $35 (~USD $29)

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