Pikes “The Merle” Riesling 2025

Named in tribute to Pike’s family matriarch, ‘The Merle’ is a selection of the best parcels of Riesling from their Polish Hill River Estate.

Brilliant water like colour with a faint greenish tinge around the edges. A mix of lime, citrus, orange and green apple scents attack the nostrils with plenty of intensity. Trailing notes of talc, chalky mineral characters then chime in. Tense yet concentrated, racy lime, lemon and Granny Smith apple flavours are sculptured by a crisp line of acidity. Terrific drive with wet steel, chalky talc and mineral elements lingering through the long taut, linear finish.