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Turanga Creek Late Harvest Whitford NZ Viognier 2008

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83/100 35

Lovely pure flavours although perhaps slightly underripe with floral and spice rather than apricot/tree fruit. Moderately sweet and beautifully balanced. Pretty wine in an appealing style. It has a lengthy finish.

Tasted: Feb 2009   Closure: S'cap    Average price: NZD $28 (~USD $24)

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