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Distant Land Reserve Hawke's Bay NZ Chardonnay 2007

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Rich, fleshy Chardonnay with citrus, grapefruit and white peach plus a seasoning of nutty yeast lees and spicy oak. Needs time to integrate and develop flavours but promises to be a winner.

Tasted: Oct 2008   Closure: S'cap    Average price: NZD $32 (~USD $24)

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