A Son's Tribute — McLaren Vale Shiraz Named for John Frederick Riggs

The 2018 Mr Riggs JFR McLaren Vale Shiraz carries its initials with purpose. John Frederick Riggs was the late father of winemaker Ben Riggs, and this premium single-vineyard Shiraz is the personal tribute.

My Wine Man on Mr Riggs

Ben Riggs is one of McLaren Vale's most respected winemakers — a former winemaking head at Wirra Wirra and now running his own boutique label. The JFR Shiraz is his most personal release: single-vineyard McLaren Vale fruit, traditional vinification, and matured in French oak for structure and elegance.

Tasting Notes

Deep crimson. Dark plum, blackberry, dark chocolate, mocha, leather and a touch of clove. The palate is full-bodied with ripe velvety tannins and a long, generous finish.

Style & Drinking Window

Full-bodied with velvety tannins. Drinking well now and through 2030. Decant 1 hour.

Food Pairing

A premium McLaren Vale Shiraz with this depth deserves a serious match. We love it with Australian Grass-Fed Cape Grim Rump Steak from My Meat Man — char-grilled medium-rare with bone-marrow butter, a magnificent match for the JFR's dark plum, mocha and velvety McLaren Vale tannins.