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Ngatarawa Silks Hawke's Bay NZ Merlot 2002

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78/100 35

Baked, South African-like. Developed, rather flat and almost bitter on the finish. Drying. Savoury. Perhaps a tad green. Nice texture with good dusty tannins. Dries on finish.

Tasted: Mar 2005   Closure: S'cap    Average price: NZD $16 (~USD $12)

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