2022 | Pikes 'The Merle' Riesling | Clare Valley Napa coast fine tannins that have a

fine tannins that have a powdery texture and open in the mouth

leading to a smooth and lingering finish

figs and dark licorice notes

The scent is fresh with notes of apple and medlar followed by hints of almond and resin

A million layers of tight-grained tannins

2022 | Pikes 'The Merle' Riesling | Clare Valley Napa coast fine tannins that have aThis is still extremely youthful, the nose pure lemon sherbet in the first moment, but slowly revealing a wide spectrum of citrus notes, including lemon blossom. Very racy and tightly wound on the concentrated and sleek palate. You need to like acidity to fully appreciate the samurai sword like finish at this early stage in its life. Drinkable now, but best from 2024. 95 Pts James Suckling