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Akarua

Producer in South Island, New Zealand

Akarua wine reviews

Wine review Vintage Appellation Date Tasted Rating
Akarua Pinot Noir 2023 Central Otago 2023 Central Otago padlock
Akarua Chardonnay 2024 Central Otago 2024 Central Otago padlock
Akarua, The Siren Pinot Noir 2023 Central Otago 2023 Central Otago padlock
Akarua Pinot Noir 2023 Central Otago 2023 Central Otago padlock
Akarua, The Siren Pinot Noir 2019 Central Otago 2019 Central Otago padlock
Akarua, Bannockburn Pinot Noir 2021 Central Otago 2021 Central Otago padlock
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