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Villa Maria Single Vineyard Twyford Gravels Hawke's Bay NZ Merlot 2004

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93/100 55

Dense, powerful red with strong plum and dark berry flavours. Strong oak but the fruit can handle. Long with great potential.

Tasted: Oct 2006   Closure: S'cap    Average price: NZD $55 (~USD $42)

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