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Palliser Martinborough NZ Pinot Gris 2004

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88/100 45

A slight botrytis influence is evident in this wine made from grapes that were harvested realtively late in a fairly cool and unusually wet vintage. It was fermented and left in contact with the yeast lees for five months to add additional complexity and texture. Fruit-focused wine with stone fruit and citrus flavours. Some sweetness from residual sugar and alcohol is neatly balanced by acidity to give a soft and charming finish.

Tasted: Dec 2004   Closure: S'cap    Average price: NZD $26 (~USD $22)

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