2022 Picardy Sauvignon Blanc Semillon
Varieties: 85% Sauvignon Blanc, 15% Semillon
Sauvignon Blanc wines can be very compelling from the cooler reaches of Western Australia such as Pemberton, southern Margaret River (Karridale), Denmark and Albany in the Great Southern. 3 Sauvignon Blanc ‘clones’ contribute to the complexity of this wine.
Region: Pemberton
Tasting Notes
- Sweetness: Dry | Medium | Sweet
- Acidity: Low | Medium | High
- Tannin: Low | Medium | High
- Alcohol: Low (9-11%) | Medium (12-13%) | High (14%+)
- Body: Light | Medium | Full
- Oak: None | Some | Lots
- Fruits:
- Flavours:
Critic Reviews
3 Sauvignon Blanc ‘clones’ contribute to the complexity of this wine. The Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon grapes are fermented together. 2 yeast strains are used to ferment the grapes that make this wine – this also adds additional complexity.
Cellaring Potential
Will certainly reward 5-7 years in the cellar for those who can wait.
Enjoy With
Leafy or Green Bean-based salads with or without protein.
About Picardy
Picardy is one of Australia's leading premium boutique wine producers, established in 1993 in the Pemberton region of Western Australia. Picardy is owned and operated by Bill, Sandra, and Dan Pannell. Bill and Sandra were pioneers of the Margaret River region, establishing Moss Wood vineyard and winery in 1969. Moss Wood went on to be a driving force in establishing Margaret River as one of Australia's important growing regions. Picardy strives to continue this tradition of wine making quality and excellence. Dan has grown up in the wine industry and completed a Bachelor of Science (Oenology) at The University of Adelaide.
Picardy produces Sauvignon Blanc Semillon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Shiraz and Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc wines. All wines bearing the Picardy label are entirely from their single vineyard property in Pemberton. Picardy is situated in the tranquil region of Pemberton on deep gravelly loamy soils. The region offers high altitude and close proximity to the ocean (for cooling summer breezes), thereby providing ideal conditions for cool climate wine production. In the vineyard, Picardy follows sustainable management practices. All Picardy fruit is estate grown, unirrigated, cane-pruned and handpicked.
