The 2025 Lloyd Brothers Adelaide Hills Estate Picpoul is a bright and refreshingly crisp white wine showcasing one of Southern France’s great coastal grape varieties in a cool-climate Australian setting. Produced from estate-grown Picpoul Blanc in the Adelaide Hills, the wine is made using only free-run juice with a long, cool fermentation and brief lees ageing to preserve freshness while adding subtle texture. Lloyd Brothers were among the early adopters of Picpoul in Australia, drawn to the grape’s naturally vibrant acidity and outstanding affinity with seafood.
The nose reveals lemon myrtle, white blossom and fresh lime layered with green apple and citrus zest. On the palate, it is light, zesty and mouthwatering with bright acidity and a crisp mineral edge that gives the wine tremendous freshness and energy. Layers of lemon sherbet, honeysuckle and granny smith apple unfold with purity and balance, finishing clean, vibrant and saline with classic Picpoul character.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2025 Lloyd Brothers Adelaide Hills Estate Picpoul is a seriously refreshing summer white — crisp, citrus-driven and incredibly food-friendly. Perfect with oysters, prawns, sashimi, calamari or fresh Mediterranean-style dishes. Serve well chilled and enjoy young for maximum freshness and vibrancy.
