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Saint Clair Cell Block Pioneer Block 11 Marlborough NZ Chardonnay 2007

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89/100 45

Intense, rich Chardonnay with strong, bright peach and grapefruit flavours interwoven with nutty yeast lees, sizzled butter and spicy oak. Mouthfilling wine with a sumptuous texture. A big and complex wine that’s easy to love.

Tasted: Apr 2009   Closure: S'cap    Average price: NZD $30 (~USD $25)

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