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Villa Maria East Coast Pinot Gris 2016

Villa Maria East Coast Pinot Gris 2016
Villa Maria East Coast Pinot Gris 2016

Hawkes Bay, North Island, New Zealand



Community Score: 4.4/5
Community Reviews: 10
 
Price: $19.95
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Alcohol: 14%
 

Drink: 2016-2019

Bottle size: 750 ml
Winery: Villa Maria

Rachelle O'Connor rated this wine as 89/100 with the following review:

This wine is aromatic with lots of pear on the nose, golden crisp apple and more pear on the palate with a well balanced off-dry finish. This Pinot Gris is crafted from the grapes of many different regions of Gisborne, Waipara, Marlborough and Hawkes Bay. This style of wine is being well received by consumers in New Zealand, and is a little more versatile than Sauvignon Blanc - a wonderful accompaniment to a goat cheese salad.
 

  


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