Bob Campbell is one of only 264 Masters of Wine in the world. An international wine judge, Bob judges wine professionally in ten countries and contributes regularly to publications around the world. His specialty is New Zealand wine which he reviews from an international perspective.
Howard Park Australia Sauvignon Blanc 2008
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87/100
Not available in NZ. Priced in Australian dollars. Perhaps it may lack the piercing aromatic of the best Marlborough wines but what it lacks in pungency it makes up for in texture. Melon, tropical and tree fruit flavours with a silken and mouth-filling texture.
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Tasted: Oct 2008 Closure: S'cap Average price: NZD $25 (~USD $19)
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