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Highfield Marlborough NZ Pinot Noir 2008

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85/100 45

Rich and savoury wine with strong nutty oak, leather and sappy tannins slightly dominating cherry, floral and plum flavours. What it lacks in fruit focus it makes up in complexity. Firm, drying tannins give the wine a slightly peppery texture.

Tasted: Aug 2010   Closure: S'cap    Average price: NZD $37 (~USD $31)

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