Iain Riggs has over 50 years of experience in winemaking and grape growing, having worked across South Australia and the Hunter Valley. Joining Brokenwood Wines in 1982, he became Chief Winemaker and Managing Director, a role he held for nearly four decades. Now a part-owner, Board member, and consultant, Riggs remains active in the wine industry through judging and mentoring with the Len Evans Tutorial, earning recognition, including a Member of the Order of Australia.
After a 30-year career in finance, Peter purchased the Cullarin Vineyard in 2010, the oldest vineyard in the Canberra District. He later acquired Eden Road Wines and the historic Cote d'Or vineyard in Pokolbin, where he and Iain Riggs restored 19th-century concrete vats. In 2024, he added Stanleigh Park, a renowned Hunter Valley Semillon vineyard, reflecting his dedication to NSW’s vineyard heritage.
The Cullarin Vineyard sits overlooking Lake George in NSW near the ACT border. Established by Dr Edgar Riek in 1971, it is the oldest vineyard in the greater Canberra wine region.
A modern cool climate Chardonnay. Perfect colour with green tints, lifted grilled nuts and citrus characters. Time on lees has added complexity and palate depth, complemented with a fine acid finish.
