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Hopesgrove Hawke's Bay NZ Syrah 2009

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90/100 451

Dense, fine-boned Syrah with focused pepper, fresh plum, dark berry and a suggestion of floral flavours. Sleek and elegant rather than blockbuster wine. It shows real power with a lingering finish. Sweet fruit is balanced by fine, dusty tannins. An intriguing and classy Syrah.

Tasted: Dec 2011   Closure: S'cap    Average price: NZD $45 (~USD $37)

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