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Muddy Water Waipara NZ Pinot Noir 2007

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88/100 45

Entry point Pinot Noir for a first division Waipara producer. Strong sweet fruit flavours that show good purity and plenty of power. Attractive mineral, red cherry, plum and spicy oak flavours. Well structured Pinot Noir with a reasonably silken texture.

Tasted: May 2009   Closure: S'cap    Average price: NZD $42 (~USD $35)

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