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Muddy Water

Producer in South Island, New Zealand

Muddy Water wine reviews

Wine review Vintage Appellation Date Tasted Rating
Muddy Water, Slowhand Pinot Noir 2006 North Canterbury 2006 North Canterbury padlock
Muddy Water Chardonnay 2016 North Canterbury 2016 North Canterbury padlock
Muddy Water, Hare's Breath Pinot Noir 2009 Waipara 2009 Waipara padlock
Muddy Water Chardonnay 2009 Waipara 2009 Waipara padlock
Muddy Water, James Hardwick Riesling 2008 Waipara 2008 Waipara padlock
Muddy Water Chardonnay 2009 Waipara 2009 Waipara padlock
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