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Mahi Ward Faun Marlborough NZ Pinot Gris 2009

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Made from a new vineyard area south of Blenheim and near the town of Ward. A reasonably dry and quite complex Pinot Gris with nutty yeast lees characters adding extra interest to citrus, Naschi pear flavours. Beautifully textured wine with a lingering finish.

Tasted: Nov 2010   Closure: S'cap    Average price: NZD $29 (~USD $22)

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