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Vidal Hawke's Bay NZ Chardonnay 2004

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86/100 451

An attractive, vibrant Chardonnay with a lovely mix of ripe peach and grapefruit flavours together with savoury yeast lees and subtle oak. A wine that’s full of charm with a silken texture and exquisite balance of fruit and alcohol sweetness balanced by crisp acidity.

Tasted: Mar 2005   Closure: S'cap    Average price: NZD $20 (~USD $16)

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