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Tom Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon Hawke's Bay NZ 2002

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95/100 55

Dense and powerful red that is fairly closed at this stage. Dark berry, chocolate, friut cake, spice and oak flavours. Strong sweet tannins give good support wihout an suggestion of pain. Impressive wine with obvious cellaring potential.

Tasted: May 2007   Closure: S'cap    Average price: NZD $120 (~USD $92)

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