Mr. Riggs Sticky End Viognier 375ml 2022

Hand-picked Viognier from Bosworth Edge Hill Vineyard: fresh, fragrant with crisp acidity and a luscious finish.

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Mr. Riggs Sticky End Viognier 375ml 2022

“Deep, bright golden-yellow colour; there are buttered-toast, herb and honeyed aromas together with some spice and lavender notes. The wine is bright and firm in the mouth with medium-high sweetness, dried off to a degree by tannin and acidity at the finish. A fine wine indeed, with attractive citrus blossom and bitter-peel nuances that linger” 94 Points, The Real Review 

"Late-harvest viognier from the estate vineyard pressed to oak, old and new, to ferment, then transferred to tank to stop the ferment with about 5 baume of sugar left, where it remained on gross less for six months. Sticky, yes, but not cloyingly so, with a burst of acidity in support of the luscious profile of oozingly ripe apricot, honeyed lemon tea and orange blossom water. It’d be apt with fruit-based desserts, but I fancy this is an even better foil for dolce gorgonzola with new-season walnuts. 500ml." 92 Points, Special Value, Marcus Ellis, Halliday Wine Companion

94 Points, Sam Kim 

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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