Riggs & Wiggs Cullarin Vineyard Chardonnay 2024

This historic vineyard at Lake George, the first in the Canberra District, produces a wine with pleasing weight, depth and varietal expansiveness, making it deeply satisfying to drink. The fruit characters are respectful yet defined, wrapped around a quiet core of acidity, with intricacies unfurling over time in the glass. Lemon, sweet melon and faint white peach sit alongside subtle grapefruit, mealy accents and shadows of oak. Take care not to over chill, and allow time for the classy fruit to unfold and the complexing elements to rise. A few years in bottle will be beneficial. 94 Points, Halliday Wine Companion

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. Producer’s Notes