This wine is elegant with considerable finesse, nuanced rose petal, blueberry, wild strawberry, vanilla, ground clove, graphite, and Marjoram. Al dente tannins

This Rioja wine has a wonderfully fruity palate, with dense black fruit flavours. On the nose a blend of toasted wood and hints of spice, combined with notes of candied red fruit and hints of liquorice.

AUTÉNTICA reflects the pure and genuine flavour of an area with a great winemaking tradition such as DOCa Rioja. Auténtica Tempranillo celebrates the essence of this grape variety and pays tribute to it as the main protagonist and exponent of an internationally recognised region. Tempranillo celebrates the essence of this grape variety and pays tribute to it as the main protagonist and exponent of an internationally recognised region. Deep cherry red colour with touches of violet. Aromas of red fruits, strawberries and flowers which are reflected perfectly on the palate with its smooth fresh fruit characters. Long and pleasant finish.

This wine displays a bright bigarreau cherry colour with light red-brick tones provided by the oak ageing. It has complex and interesting aromas of ripe red fruits harmoniously integrated with spicy touches, dominating some pleasant balsamic notes. Balanced in mouth, with body and strength. Soft tannins, fleshy and expressive. A wine with a long life.

Yacca Paddock vineyard, owned by international film makers, Scott Hicks and Kerry Heysen-Hicks, is situated at Kuitpo in the south west escarpment of the Mount Lofty Ranges. Planted in 2000, vines are east facing with site temperatures some 2.5 degrees cooler on average than McLaren Vale which, as a crow flies, is just 5km away. The 2016 Mr. Riggs Yacca Paddock Tempranillo was fermented in a 5 tonne open fermenter, resting on skins for 7 days, followed by membrane bag pressing. Fermentation was completed in 33% new French oak with the balance 2 year old French oak. Post malo, the wine was left on its gross lees for a couple of months to add texture and creaminess to the palate. A wonderfully textural, stylish wine, with natural fruit sweetness and elegance, the Mr. Riggs Yacca Paddock Tempranillo characteristically displays savoury tannins, dried herb undertones, and highlights sweet tart red cherry flavours. Drink with food.