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Church Road Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon Hawke's Bay NZ 2008

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84/100 35

Crisp, fruity red with bright floral, berry and cherry flavours plus an interesting savoury earth/mineral character. Bone dry but balanced by some underlying alcohol sweetness.

Tasted: Jun 2010   Closure: S'cap    Average price: NZD $27 (~USD $23)

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