Woop Woop Shiraz

Woop Woop Shiraz is a 100% Shiraz from South Australia, bottled at 13.5% ABV in a standard 750ml format. Produced by acclaimed winemaker Ben Riggs under the Mr. Riggs Wine Co. label, this multi-regional blend earned 89 points from Wine Enthusiast for its 2019 vintage — a notable achievement at its value-driven price tier.

Quick Facts: ABV: 13.5%  |  Origin: South Australia  |  Style: Multi-Regional Shiraz  |  Winery: Mr. Riggs Wine Co.

Production & Heritage

Woop Woop Shiraz is the work of Ben Riggs, a veteran South Australian winemaker whose portfolio spans premium single-vineyard wines to high-value regional blends. The fruit is sourced from multiple South Australian sub-regions — including vineyards in Langhorne Creek, Limestone Coast, McLaren Vale, Padthaway, and the Riverland — a strategy that gives Riggs access to diverse terroir expressions while maintaining strict yield and quality standards. Selected grapes are destemmed and crushed before primary fermentation, and a portion of the wine is matured for nine to twelve months in a blend of French and American oak barrels, adding structure without overwhelming the fruit.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Plump cherry and dark plum lead the nose, layered with licorice, mint, and peppery spice. A subtle charred oak undertone and a faint savory quality emerge as the wine opens.

Taste: The entry delivers bright berry fruit — blackberry, cassis, and blueberry — across a medium-bodied palate. Mid-palate, tart cherry acidity provides lift, while savory notes of roasted meat, black olive, and cinnamon add depth. Tannins are firm but approachable, giving the wine a satisfying grip without excessive weight.

Finish: The finish is moderate in length, carrying plum and dark spice flavors alongside a faintly dusty, oak-tinged conclusion. A peppery note lingers, keeping the final impression lively and dry.

How to Drink Woop Woop Shiraz

This Shiraz drinks well at a slight cool — around 16–18°C (60–65°F) — which sharpens its fruit definition and tempers the savory weight. A few minutes in the glass after pouring lets the mint and spice aromatics fully develop.

Sangria: The bold berry core and spice notes make it a natural base for a red wine sangria with citrus and stone fruit. Mulled Wine: Its licorice and cinnamon character intensifies beautifully with warm spice infusions during cooler months. Kalimotxo: The fruit-forward profile and firm tannins hold up against cola in this classic Spanish mix, creating a surprisingly balanced casual drink.

Best For

• Weeknight dinners that call for a reliable, food-friendly red
• Introducing someone to Australian Shiraz without a steep price commitment
• Barbecues and grilled-meat gatherings where bold fruit stands up to smoky flavors
• Stocking a by-the-case house red for entertaining

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Woop Woop Shiraz taste like? It delivers ripe blackberry and plum fruit with peppery spice, savory undertones of roasted meat and black olive, and moderate oak-influenced tannins on a medium-bodied frame.

How does Woop Woop Shiraz compare to Yellow Tail Shiraz? Both occupy the value tier of Australian Shiraz, but Woop Woop is produced by established winemaker Ben Riggs using multi-regional fruit and partial oak aging, resulting in noticeably more complexity and tannic structure than Yellow Tail's softer, fruit-driven style.

Is Woop Woop Shiraz good for beginners? Yes — its approachable fruit character and moderate tannins make it an accessible entry point into Australian Shiraz, while enough spice and savory depth keep it interesting for more experienced drinkers.

Where is Woop Woop Shiraz made? It is made in South Australia by winemaker Ben Riggs under the Mr. Riggs Wine Co. label, drawing fruit from multiple sub-regions including McLaren Vale, Langhorne Creek, Limestone Coast, Padthaway, and the Riverland.

What foods pair well with Woop Woop Shiraz? Grilled lamb chops work well with the peppery spice; slow-smoked beef brisket complements the savory, roasted-meat notes; aged cheddar matches the firm tannins; mushroom risotto echoes the earthy undertones; and spice-rubbed pork ribs mirror the wine's licorice and cinnamon character.

What sizes does Woop Woop Shiraz come in? Woop Woop Shiraz is widely available in the standard 750ml bottle format.

Is Woop Woop Shiraz worth the price? It positions as a value-tier Australian Shiraz that consistently punches above its weight — the 89-point Wine Enthusiast score for its 2019 vintage reflects a level of quality unusual at this price level.

Why Woop Woop Shiraz?

The strongest case for this wine is who stands behind it: Ben Riggs applies the same low-yield, minimal-intervention philosophy here that he uses on his premium single-vineyard releases. The multi-regional blending strategy pulls fruit from five distinct South Australian zones, giving the final wine a layered complexity that single-source value wines rarely achieve. Partial aging in French and American oak adds structure without masking the regional character. For drinkers looking for an everyday Australian Shiraz that reflects genuine winemaking intent rather than industrial-scale production, this label consistently delivers.