A fresh, crisp picpoul, perfect for seafood

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Mr Riggs Mr Brightside Picpoul 2024

Australian Top 20 White Wines Under $40

"Picpoul, with its origins along the coastal curve running from the Languedoc to Catalonia, is the frisky backpacker of the grape world, looking for nothing more than sunshine and sybaritic pleasure. This thrillseeker from the tireless Ben Riggs, its coastal origins South Australian, not Mediterranean, nails the brief. It’s punchy and zippy from the get-go, a riot of citrus zest, juice and blossom. Fabulously lively acidity, cleverly balanced with a little back-end softness." 93 points, NIck Ryan, The Drinks Issue 2025, The Australian

Winemaker Ben (Mr.) Riggs follows the philosophy “iconic wines from iconic regions”. Whether it’s McLaren Vale Shiraz, Coonawarra Cabernet, or Clare Valley Riesling, his wines are expressing the essence of the vineyard and variety in a style that is big, rich and complex, but also with finesse, texture and elegance. In Ben’s own words: “Think Ella Fitzgerald – bombastic and powerful with a huge vocal range, yet with purity of tone and a gentle sensibility when needed.”

Producer website: https://mrriggs.com.au/

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