2024 Ministry of Clouds Picpoul

Picpoul might be a newcomer to Australian soils, but it’s been a Mediterranean favourite for centuries, and with this 2024 vintage, Ministry of Clouds has nailed it!

Bernice Ong and Julian Forwood, the dynamic duo behind Ministry of Clouds, have put their decade of winemaking expertise to great use here. Sourced from their own McLaren Vale vineyard, this Picpoul is zesty, fresh, and seriously slurpable. 

The citrus-driven acidity keeps it light on its feet, while the extra time on lees adds a lovely creaminess that gives it a little more substance. It’s all nashi pear, lime blossom, and a whiff of white flowers on the nose, while the palate is pure, salty goodness with a minerally finish that leaves you wanting another glass.

Picpoul may mean "lip stinger" in French, but this bottle is all about smooth, summer sipping, best paired with a plate of freshly shucked oysters. If you’re a fan of crisp, high-acid whites like Riesling, this Picpoul will be your new go-to.