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Babich Winemaker’s Reserve Hawke's Bay NZ Syrah 2007

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Mid-weight Syrah with fresh acidity and lively drying tannins . Bright rapspberry and pronounced pepper flavours with a suggestion of floral characters. Supple, tangy wine.

Tasted: May 2009   Closure: Diam    Average price: NZD $25 (~USD $21)

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