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Palliser Estate The Griffin Martinborough Methode Traditionnelle 2021

3 September 2025By Yvonne

Palliser Estate The Griffin Martinborough Methode Traditionnelle 2021 $55 One of New Zealand’s aristocrat examples, this classic blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay boasts stylish lemon shortbread aromatics, rising dough and spongecake characters combined with crushed cashew and crisp apple complexity. Crisp, zesty-fresh, yet showing richness and generosity and deliciously yeasty ribbons of flavour from … Read More

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