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Babich Lone Tree Unoaked Hawke's Bay NZ Chardonnay 2008

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83/100 35

Weighty Chardonnay with plenty of peach, melon and toasty flavours. The wine has good weight and a smooth texture thanks at least in part to a high-ish alcohol of 14%. Excellent value at this price.

Tasted: Apr 2010   Closure: S'cap    Average price: NZD $15 (~USD $13)

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