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Fairhall Downs Marlborough NZ Pinot Noir 2005

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85/100 45

Moderately dense Pinot Noir with appealing sweet fruit and flavours that include red cherry and a suggestion of dried herbs. The wine has a smooth texture and reasonable length. A fairly benchmark example of Marlborough Pinot Noir.

Tasted: Jan 2007   Closure: S'cap    Average price: n/a

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