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Terravin “J” Marlborough NZ 2008

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Dense red with red berry, plum and wild herb flavours plus an influence of classy oak. Bright acidity and firm tannins gives the wine a slight edginess. A challenging year to make a Bordeaux blend in Marlborough, this wine is quite an achievement - it almost makes it.

Tasted: May 2010   Closure: Diam    Average price: n/a

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