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Elephant HIll Hawke's Bay NZ Viognier 2009

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85/100 45

Subtle, silken wine with restrained Viognier flavours that don’t quite reach the apricot level of ripeness. Exquisitely balanced, dry white wine with floral and very subtle spice flavours.

Tasted: Sep 2009   Closure: S'cap    Average price: NZD $29 (~USD $24)

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