Pikes ‘The Assemblage’ Grenache Shiraz Mourvedre collioure The single vineyard L-Block is

The single vineyard L-Block is from a tiny “L” shaped plot that survived the 13-year drought without irrigation

mineral sharpness

an atypical 50% Malbec and 50% Cabernet Franc - hence the Vin de France designation and the name of the wine

while a quick flowering and fruit set resulted in strong berry numbers

The grapes are drawn from 17 plots spread across the villages of Villalba

Pikes ‘The Assemblage’ Grenache Shiraz Mourvedre collioure The single vineyard L-Block isMedium deep red. Ripe blueberries and cherry dark chocolate with a touch of pepper as well as some earthy notes all on full display. Rich ripe and plump with a core of blueberry chocolate and cherry flavours. Soft savoury tannins and good acid add structure add length to the wine.