McPherson Family Series, Pickles' Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2007 - £7.39Price on from Laithwaites.Racy Sauvignon from a true pioneer in the Aussie wine trade. Andrew McPherson learned his trade from his father Jock, who developed large areas of the Hunter Valley in the 19770s. Andrew went on to develop his skills, running many wineries, before returning to his roots and setting up his own, family-run estate. He's widely regarded as one of the most gifted and innovative winemakers in the field. This super-fresh white was name in honour of his wife, Nicole Pierette - matriarch of the family, key to the business and affectionately known as 'Pickles'. Classic Sauvignon aromas of gooseberry, grapefruit and pear. Racy and fresh, it makes a classic partner to goat's cheese, and is great too with seafood, fish or spicy far eastern dishes.