Wildman Wines Piggy Pop
WHY WE LOVE IT
- The Wildman Piggy Pop is a pétillant naturel (pét-nat) from South Australia.
- Organic certified, it is made from a blend of native Mediterranean grape varieties.
- This wine is natural and undergoes wild-yeast fermentation. It is bottled without fining or filtration.
Varietal: 71% Nero d’Avola, 8% Lagrein, 6% Montepulciano, 6% Prieto picudo, 6% Canada Muscat, 3% Aglianico
Elaboration: Nero d’Avola was harvested first and blended with Lagrein, Montepulciano, Prieto Picudo, and Aglianico. Co-fermented with whole clusters and pressed early for a lighter color and balanced tannins, it uses wild yeast and has no additives. With around 12 g/L residual sugar, it finishes fermentation in the bottle, resulting in a gentle foam—100% natural with no filtration, fining, or sulphur.
Tasting Notes: The aromas are a riot of cherries – red cherry, cherry pip, glacé cheery – all the cherries! In your mouth she explodes with pomegranate, blood orange, spice and a savory, amaro twist of raspberry salted liquorice.
PRESS
2021 – 91 Wine Enthusiast
2022 – 92James Suckling
PRODUCER BACKGROUND
Wildman Wines, founded by English-born Master of Wine Tim Wildman, specializes in pétillant naturel (pét-nat) sparkling wines made from organic and biodynamic grapes. After moving to Australia a decade ago, he launched his playful yet technically adept pét-nat lines, Astro Bunny and Piggy Pop, with the goal of creating fun, fruity, and fault-free sparkling wines.