"Keep an eye out for Picpoul," were the words of Yangarra Estate's Peter Fraser a couple of years ago when I had a chat with him about emerging varieties. When Fraser speaks, it's best you pay attention. And he was right. The rise of the variety has been noticeable around the landscape in recent years. This new release from Mercer Wines was sourced from the NSW Central Ranges and it is a beauty! A variety with high natural acidity and lemony fruit, charge at it with some oysters in hand.
Gee, I like the packaging on these Mercer Wines, they are eye-catching indeed. There is a lot to like in the bottle too. Old school lemonade, a little saltiness and sea spray, there is tension and some phenolic grip. It cuts the same jib as a Polish Hill River Riesling - winning. The tension has a vice-like grip. Green apples and pears bask in the glory. The slight whiff of bath powder adds more joy. Sunny days are made for wines like this. Yes!
Drink now.
92/100
Region: Central RangesSource: Sample
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