2010 'THE MERLE' RESERVE RIESLING

“The Merle” is named after the matriarch of the Pike family - Merle Pike. Unfortunately Merle has passed away and did not get to see her name on this beautiful wine. She did, however, know that her name was going onto the label and was quietly chuffed to know this.

Our reserve riesling is made using the finest grapes from the vintage. It displays delicate, yet complex flavours and shows the unique characteristics of Polish Hill River.

Colour: Brilliant pale green

Aroma: Pure, but delicate citrus notes of lemon/lime/grapefruit with a twirl of our regional “slatey” mineral character evident.

Palate: Delicate, subtle and dry with vibrant lemon/lime flavours tightly woven around a core of slate/mineral acid that provides length and texture to the wine.

Summary: A really good wine from a challenging year due to the early harvest date. Again a great expression of Riesling from our vineyard at Polish Hill River. It has the potential to cellar for 8-10 + yrs safely bottled under the screwcap closure.

Technical Information

Region: 100% Clare Valley, South Australia

Vintage: 2008

Variety: 100% Riesling

Alcohol / Vol: 12.5%

Acidity: 7.70 g/L TA

pH: 2.99

Fermentation: Cool fermented in stainless steel with neutral pure yeast. Free run juice only. No MLF.

Past Vintages

"The Merle" Reserve Riesling 2004

"The Merle" Reserve Riesling 2005

"The Merle" Reserve Riesling 2006

"The Merle" Reserve Riesling 2008

"The Merle" Reserve Riesling 2009

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