Pikes 2009 Luccio Pinot Grigio (4.5* $17) Refreshing summer drinking style with abundant tropical fruit characters and zingy acidity. Another one to add to the mix.
Pikes 2009 Luccio Pinot Grigio (4.5* $17) Previously Pinot Grigio Blend, with substantial assistance from Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc, this 100% Pinot Grigio looked attractive in the glass, and that impression carried across the nose, with evident pears and tropical fruits and the palate, which delivered restrained varietal character. Food-friendly style that's one to bear in mind next time around. Sure, it's not top notch highly memorable five star drinking but there's definitely a spot for something along these lines in the fridge over summer.
Pikes 2007 Luccio Sangiovese Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon Blend (4.5* $17) Lighter bodied very (Italian) food-friendly early drinking style. Cherry and herbal notes with savoury tannins make it a natural fit with some of my standard dishes. Definitely need more!
Pikes 2007 Luccio Sangiovese Rose (4.5* $17) Bright red, delicate nose, bright fruity (predominantly cherry) style with a dry finish. Another summer drinking option to add to the mix. Likely reorder in a three way split with the two Mullets.
Pikes 2008 The Red Mullet (4.5* $15) Shiraz-dominant (79%) blend with some Tempranillo, Mourvedre and Grenache that makes for a fairly soft, rounded savoury style that is quite delicious everyday drinking. Definite reorder material in that everyday drinking bracket (i.e. in half-case lots).
Pikes 2009 Traditionale Riesling (4.5* $23) As the name suggests, classic straw-coloured Clare Valley trademark Riesling. Citrus on the nose, clear cut lemon lime and slate palate, balanced style that would probably handle bottle aging but is unlikely to be given the opportunity.
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