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Montana Terroir McLoughlin Block Gisborne NZ Gewurztraminer 2005

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83/100 35

Reasonably dense, slightly phenolic and a tad earthy. Dry (or off/dry) with a drying and slightly grippy finish. More flavour than the Riverpoint but lacks the texture.

Tasted: Jul 2006   Closure: S'cap    Average price: NZD $25 (~USD $21)

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