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Tolaga Bay Estate Lightly oaked Gisborne NZ Chardonnay 2009

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84/100 351

Surprisingly rich, almost luscious wine with typical Gisborne charm and the flavours of ripe peach with subliminal oak. Fruit-focused Chardonnay with a featherbed texture.

Tasted: Nov 2010   Closure: S'cap    Average price: NZD $17 (~USD $14)

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