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NEW ZEALAND

New Zealand won

3 Best in Show (see p40)

3 Platinum (see p74)

For Silver-winning wines go to www.decanter.com/dwwa/silver

For Bronze-winning wines go to www.decanter.com/dwwa/bronze

GOLD white

• 96 Astrolabe, Durvillea Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough 2018 (13%) £12.70 Armit Wines Appealing aromas of citrus, herbs and tropical notes. Bright and steely with minerals and wet stone. Gooseberry and nettle flavours and crisp textured freshness.

• 96 Domain Road Vineyard, Defiance Chardonnay, Bannockburn, Central Otago Attractive bouquet of peach with hints of lemon and toasted hazelnuts. Beautiful purity to the fruit on the palate, with citrus acidity and a creamy core.

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