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• Matariki Les Filles Blanc de Blanc 2009

  

  An aged style of Hawke’s Bay sparkling wine, it offers plenty of toasty, yeasty autolysis character, adding richness and extra …

  5 | $30-$40

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• Daniel le Brun Blanc de Blancs 2009

  

  Sam Harrop described this wine as “a classic Blanc de Blancs”. Vanilla, apple, citrus and creme brulee notes give it …

  4.5 | $40-$50

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• Tarras Vineyards The Canyon Pinot Noir

  3 | $50-$60

• d’Arenberg The Laughing Magpie Shiraz Viognier 2009

  3 | $25-$30

• Brown Brothers Patricia Shiraz 2009

  The late Patricia was matriarch of the famous Brown Brothers wine family. The shiraz named after her is evolving attractive …

  5 | $50-$60

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• Yalumba Eden Valley Shiraz Viognier 2009

  Yalumba has more experience with viognier than any other Australian winery, both straight and blended with shiraz. This silky-textured, lush …

  5 | $20-$25 Best Buys

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• Villa Maria Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Library Release 2009

  3 | $50-$60

• John Forrest Collection The White 2009

  In this older white blend, Forrest uses “up to 13” different white varieties to make a beautifully balanced, harmonious Marlborough …

  5 | $30-$40

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• Huia Marlborough Chardonnay 2009

  

  The panel was smitten by the charm and  sophistication of this older wine. “Perfectly ripe and toned,” raved Steve Smith. …

  5 | $30-$40

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• Aurum Dry Riesling 2009

  This gracefully ageing riesling wowed the panel. “It’s a thoroughbred, dancing across the palate,” said John Belsham. Jasmine florals and …

  5 | $20-$25 Best Buys

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