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Craggy Range Te Kahu Hawke's Bay NZ 2008

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90/100 45

Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec blend from the Gimblett Gravels district. Te Kahu is less than half the price of Sophia, Craggy Range’s premium Merlot-dominant red but it reflects this quality-focused winery’s meticulous attention to detail and is certainly not half the quality. Dense wine with attractive sweet fruit and a solid structure of fine tannins. Very impressive red with potential to develop well at least in the medium term.

Tasted: May 2010    Average price: NZD $25 (~USD $21)

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