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Valli Bannockburn Vineyard Central Otago NZ Pinot Noir 2007

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93/100 55

Ripe, dense and flavoursome wine with intense black cherry and spice flavours. Dangerously drinkable wine that ranks amopng the best from Central Otago’s premier district. A fruit bomb style with good structure and cellaring potential.

Tasted: Jul 2008   Closure: S'cap    Average price: NZD $54 (~USD $41)

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