Pikes The Merle Riesling
Wine Description
The Merle takes its name from Neil and Andrew Pikes' mother. One of the genuine benchmarks for Clare Valley Riesling, the Merle is sourced from two specific blocks (the Gill's Farm and Hill Blocks) of one vineyard on the Pikes estate. These vines, which are rooted deep in blue slate soils, constitute the oldest ungrafted vines on the property.
Fermentation in stainless steel tank is carried out by wild yeasts. Extended lees contact adds depth and texture on the palate and production is limited to several hundred cases per year.
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Vineyard & Production Info
Vineyard name
Pikes Estate
Soil composition
Red and Brown Clay over Blue Slate
Training method
VSP
Elevation:
1,155 feet
Winemaking & Aging
Varietal composition:
100% Riesling
Type of aging container:
Stainless steel tanks
Analytical Data
pH level:
2.8
Acidity:
8 g/L
Alcohol:
12.5 %
Residual sugar:
3 g/L
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