James Halliday
Hardie Grant Books
Picardy                    *****

Picardy Chardonnay 2005

A beautifully crafted wine; melon, stone fruit and grapefruit in a silken web of quality oak, long finish.Rating 96 To 2014

(James also rated the 2005 Picardy Chardonnay in the ‘Best of the Best’ By Variety)

Picardy Tete de Cuvee Pinot Noir 2005

Fragrant and flowery lush red fruit aromas; rich and mouthfilling, in no way a copy of Burgundy; long life ahead.Rating 94 To 2015

Picardy Shiraz 2004

An aromatic bouquet of fresh red fruits flows into a palate where red and black cherry plus spice lead the band; silky mouthfeel with very good oak and tannin balance.Rating 94 To 2020

Picardy Merlimont 2003

Some of the same oak as in the 04 but much more fruit to justify it; cassis, blackcurrant and a touch of raspberry; good tannin structure, and a lovely juicy finish. Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon/ Cabernet Franc.Rating 94 to 2023

Picardy Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc 2004

Strong smoky bacon oak aromas; medium bodied, with an attractive array of red fruits, soft and round; cassis, raspberry and blackcurrant.Rating 92 To 2014

Pannell Family Trial Batch No.1 Sauvignon Blanc 2006

Elegant, lively and fresh thanks in part to the moderate alcohol; an appealing mix of flavours starts herbaceous and ends with tropical passionfruit….Rating 91 To 2008

Picardy Pinot Noir 2005

… Powerful plum and black cherry fruit; finish a touch tannic/ hard needing time.Rating 91 to 2013

NOTE: ***** Outstanding winery regularly producing wines of exemplary quality and typicity. Only 6.5% of Australian wineries made the grade.