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Pegasus Bay Waipara NZ Chardonnay 2002

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79/100 35

Huge mouthfilling wine with plenty of luscious peachy fruit with a green edge, a strong lees influence, buttery MLF character and a suspicion of botrytis. Soft-textured and long. High alcohol but hte fruit can handle.

Tasted: May 2004   Closure: Cork    Average price: NZD $33 (~USD $28)

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