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Sandihurst Canterbury/Waipara NZ Pinot Noir 2006

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85/100 45

Plum, prune, liquorice, rhubarb and toasty oak flavours are evident in this bright, “high energy” wine. Some initial fruit sweetness is perfectly balanced by fine tannins to give a pleasantly drying finish.

Tasted: Jul 2008   Closure: Diam    Average price: NZD $30 (~USD $23)

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