Pikes The Merle Reserve Riesling 11.5% abv 2024 75cl Malt LBV or Late Bottled Vintage

LBV or Late Bottled Vintage is a category of Port wines which became popular in the 60s

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Mumm Cordon Rouge is beautifully presented in an iconic bottle adorned with a red ribbon thathas paid homage to the Legion of Honour since 1876

Pikes The Merle Reserve Riesling 11.5% abv 2024 75cl Malt LBV or Late Bottled VintageNamed after the family matriarch, The Merle is selected exclusively from the best parcels of Riesling from Pikes Polish Hill River Estate. The Merle represents the pinnacle of Riesling at Pikes: showing concentration, purity and a sense of place. It has refined and delicate aromas of freshly cut lime, citrus blossom and clover honey. There are mineral notes that speak to origin of the wine. Complex aromas of caraway seed add to the mix. Mouth watering