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2010 Villa Maria Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon Cellar Selection
Red Bordeaux Blend
- New Zealand
- North Island
- Hawke's Bay
Community Tasting Note
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evanqian wrote: 88 points
June 20, 2015 - 76% Merlot, 18% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Malbec
medium/deep garnet, slight brick hue, even. ripe dark fruits, mellowed oak flavours, subtle creamy and cedar notes. supple tannins, and integrated. medium weight and length, balanced. just at peak after years aging.
Alc 13.5%, TA 6.08 g/L, pH 3.62. BC 87, Spiegelau 2012 Gold, Cuisine 5 stars, MC 4 stars. 18 month French, American and Hungarian oak barriques (27% new)
Ap: 4/5; Ar: 12/15; Palate: 17/20; Overall: 3+2/10
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