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Griffin Michael’s Reserve Hawke's Bay NZ Merlot 2005

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90/100 45

Dense and powerful red with great richness and mouthfeel. Strong dark berry flavours with dark chocolate/mocha, liquorice, spice and a good influence of oak. The structure is great with sweet tannins offering plenty of support without a hint of pain. Very impressive Merlot with good cellaring potential.

Tasted: Jul 2008   Closure: S'cap    Average price: n/a

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