Pikes

Brand Description

The Pikes estate is situated in the picturesque Polish Hill sub region of South Australia’s beautiful Clare Valley. Brothers Andrew and Neil Pike established Pikes Wines in 1984 and continue to manage every aspect of the business today. They take great pride in producing quality handcrafted wines that reflect vintage, variety and region. Pikes flagship wine is Riesling Traditionale which has gained an international cult like following as Australia’s best dry Riesling. The Pikes story in South Australia is one rich in history dating back to 1878 when Englishman Henry Pike, Andrew and Neil’s great-great grandfather, immigrated to South Australia and established the family brewing business called H. Pike & Co. The company used the English Pike fish on the label, which remains to this day a symbol of Pike’s long heritage, now spanning three centuries.

Location of Vineyard

Pikes is situated in the North West section of the Clare Valley, in a sub-region known as Polish Hill River. The vines enjoy east to southeast exposure and for the most part are ungrafted, with just a small percentage planted on rootstock. The soils are red brown earth over clay, with slate and broken bluestone subsoil. The property is 240 acres (97 hectares), of which 200 are under vine. The region of Polish Hill is renowned for its black slate, which runs underneath the Pikes vineyards.

Winemaking and Viticulture Philosophy

Pikes aims to produce wines that reflect their varietal, regional, and vintage conditions. They are quite happy to watch over the wines during their formative stage and intervene only when necessary.

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Winery Profile
Owner: Andrew Pike and Neil Pike
Winemaker: Neil Pike
Total acreage under vine: 200
Founded: 1984
Production: 660000
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Acclaim
“Spicy and lifted with dark-fruited aromas of blackberries and cherries as well as fresh herbs, violets and pencil shavings. The midweight palate has a plush and juicy mouthfeel, showing plums, mulberry bush and boysenberries. Well-balanced and supple.” — acclaim for 2022 Pikes Eastside Shiraz from James Suckling, May 2025
“Mineral, flinty aromas of sliced lemon peel, lime juice, struck match, slate and green apples. The palate is tightly wound with real energy and precision. Delicate, citrus-driven finish. Vibrant and Zesty.”

  — acclaim for 2024 Pikes Traditionale Riesling from James Suckling, May 2025
An energising and vibrant expression of riesling captured in a slender frame with exuberant citrus fruit characters, floral lift and light, peppery and sweet spice characters. Lots of crunch and freshness, brightness, good length of flavour, and a general sense of energy. Simple, done with aplomb. — acclaim for 2022 Pikes Los Compañeros from James Halliday, Jan 2025
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