2005 Pikes 'The Merle' Reserve Riesling

This wine is the top of the range Riesling from Pikes, being named in honour of the matriarch of the Pike family- Merle. The grapes were grown in the Hill, Thicketh and Hills Farm blocks.

Brilliant pale straw colour with water like hue. Perfumed nose of lime, talc and spice. The palate displays a distinct flavour of freshly squeezed lemon juice, however it is not at all assertive as might be expected, rather it being perfectly balanced with the fruit and acid. There is a touch of mandarin on the back palate. Lemon and lime aftertaste.
Cellar 5-8 years (2011-2014)
Alc/Vol: 12.5%