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Desert Heart Saignee Rose Central Otago NZ 2010

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Gentle, charming wine with a hint of sweetness that neatly balances delicate acidity and pleasantly drying tannins. Nice purity of flavours that suggest sweet cherry and cruched strawberry with hints of spice.

Tasted: Jan 2011   Closure: S'cap    Average price: NZD $23 (~USD $17)

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