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Esk The Terraces Hawke's Bay NZ 2009

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93/100 55

Intense, ripe wine with strong juicy berry and plum flavours. There's also a hint of spice/anise, licorice, tar and nutty oak. Nicely structured with good acidity. A elegant wine with real power and obvious cellaring potential.

Tasted: Apr 2011   Closure: S'cap    Average price: n/a

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