A life in wine has come full circle for wine industry veteran Iain Riggs AM.
A towering figure in the wine business for half a century, Riggs has just taken a key role at historic winery Bleasdale, where his wine career began.
Riggs, known for his almost four decades at Hunter Valley standout Brokenwood, began his life in wine at Langhorne Creek producer Bleasdale in 1973 - and began working there full-time in 1975 after graduating from Roseworthy Agricultural College.
After a stint in McLaren Vale he moved to the Hunter Valley in 1982.
"I am very humbled to join the Bleasdale board and take on the role of Chair," Riggs said. "I will be working with a great team led by [general manager]Leigh Warren."
Riggs succeeds Robert Edwards, who completed a decade as the chair of the Bleasdale board.
"I have big shoes to fill; thank you Robert for your stewardship over the last 10 years," Riggs said.
"It is by no accident that Bleasdale is continually recognised as one of the best wineries in Australia. It is because of the people that work here and those that have provided their wisdom and support to us over the years."
Bleasdale issued a statement saying: "Iain has gone on to do some amazing things in the wine industry as many would be aware, and we are so very fortunate to have him at the helm of our board."
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