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Forrest Estate Marlborough NZ Chardonnay 2006

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85/100 45

Fresh citrus flavours supported by edgy acidity but beginning to show some nice toasty bottle development. The oak influence of subtle and appropriate. A good example of the Marlborough style demonstrating how these wines respond to a year or two in bottle.

Tasted: Apr 2009   Closure: S'cap    Average price: NZD $23 (~USD $19)

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