Mr. Riggs
McLaren Vale / Adelaide Hills / Coonawarra, Australia
Mr. Riggs Wine Co. was founded in 2001 by owner and winemaker Ben Riggs, whose winemaking philosophy is to make unpretentious wines that express the essence of the variety and the regions terroir, in a style that Ben enjoys drinking; big, rich and complex, but also with finesses, texture and elegance. Ben sources regional parcels of fruit from McLaren Vale, Clare Valley, Adelaide Hills and the Coonawarra. The winery produces Shiraz, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Riesling.
Our Range
Overview
Founded in 2001, Mr. Riggs Wine Co. is headed by iconic South Australian Winemaker, Ben Riggs.
Ben graduated from Roseworthy Agricultural College in Adelaide, and furthered his experience through vintages abroad in the Napa Valley, Bordeaux, Greece, Italy, and the South of France as well as Australia. Ben has logged a whopping 47 vintages in total.
Ben’s wines have pleased many palates over the years including those of judges, winning 44 trophies and titles. He has also been nominated for Gourmet Traveller WINE Winemaker of the Year in 2005 and 2013.
In 2001 Mr. Riggs Wine Co. was founded where Ben turned the focus inwards and put his own name (and produce) in lights. Through Mr. Riggs, Ben is able to create wines that pay homage to the vineyard and varietal in a style that he loves to drink.
Country
Australia
Region
McLaren Vale / Adelaide Hills / Coonawarra, Australia