Sam Wigan
Running With Bulls

To run with the bulls is a badge of honour and this young blood is in a terrific role with one of the best emerging projects within the Yalumba stable. Born and bred in the Barossa where shiraz is well and truly king, Sam Wigan is charged with making tempranillo and vermentino that captivates and charms, as well as shaking the rug. It is a courageous mission, one that is backed by experience in California, New Zealand and France and will no doubt lead to expanded horizons, both at home and abroad, and Pamplona of course.

Q&A

Is there a wine or a person that inspires you as a winemaker?
My Father; seeing all the great wines he has made over the years keeps me motivated to craft some of my own.

What is so-hot-right-now in wine?
Vermentino and sardines.

What got you into wine?
I love eating and drinking. So the idea of being a winemaker and making wine to pair with food was very enticing.

What's your desert island wine?
Vega-Sicilia Valbuena 2002.

Why should you win the people's vote for the YGWA?
I have a beard and can juggle.

(Complete this sentence) If there was no wine in the world...
I would be brewing beer.

As a winemaker, where do you see yourself in 10 years time?
On Masterchef winemakers edition.