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CJ Pask Declaration Hawke's Bay NZ Chardonnay 2008

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86/100 45

A big and very oaky style with plenty of power. Layered flavours include strong citrus/grapefruit and nectarine with plenty of winemaker influence. A little raw at this stage but with the potential to develop well in bottle.

Tasted: Mar 2010   Closure: S'cap    Average price: NZD $35 (~USD $29)

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