| Gourmet Traveller WINE |
Written by Peter ForrestalFrom the Ground UPDeep in Western Australia’s karri country is a rising regional star called Pemberton. Its wines are gaining recognition, its restaurants are evolving and its truffles are world-class. “One of Pemberton’s most promising wineries, Picardy, was established by the Pannell family of Moss Wood Fame.”PICARDYCnr Vasse Hwy & Eastbrook Rd, Pemberton, (08) 9776 0036, www.picardy.com.au. Anyone with a serious interest in wine should take the time to make an appointment to visit the Pannell family’s Picardy operation. The immaculate vineyard and classy small winery are worth seeing, and a conversation with any of the Pannells will provide an insight into their enthusiasm, drive and determination to make the best wine possible. |