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Floravin Wines Reserve Marlborough NZ Chardonnay 2005

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84/100 35

Elegant Chardonnay with a strong citrus fruit focus and subtle (classy) oak. Acidity and oak tannins combine to give a very drying finish. Nice nutty oak and biscuity complexity. Bold wine with potential.

Tasted: Mar 2008   Closure: Diam    Average price: NZD $35 (~USD $27)

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