Hill-Smith Family Estates

Hill-Smith Family Estates is the collective name for the estate vineyards and wine labels managed by the Hill-Smith family. It spans key Australian regions such as the Barossa Valley, Limestone Coast, and Tasmania, along with select sites in New Zealand, where the family grows and sources fruit matched to each site.

Styles range from full-bodied Barossa Shiraz blends to Tasmanian sparkling wines. Notable labels within the portfolio include Yalumba, Jansz Tasmania, Pewsey Vale, Heggies, and Oxford Landing.

Each brand highlights a specific region and grape variety, shaped by the family’s vine expertise through the Yalumba Nursery. The result is a set of wines meant to express place and variety, connecting vineyard, clone selection, and winemaking across distinct Australian and New Zealand landscapes.

Hill-Smith Family Estates has earned its popularity by seamlessly blending a rich history with innovation and quality in every bottle.

• Deep-rooted legacy — A six-generation history dating to 1849.
• Commitment to excellence — Each bottle reflects their dedication, whether it’s for everyday enjoyment or collection.
• Exploration of new frontiers — Investment in emerging wine regions and new grape varieties keeps their offerings fresh and exciting.
• Regional expression — Wines express the unique character of each region, thanks to the family’s expertise in vineyard and clone selection.

• What is the heritage of Hill-Smith Family Estates?
  Hill-Smith Family Estates traces its roots to 1849, when Samuel Smith founded Yalumba—Australia’s oldest family-owned winery. The estate is now run by the fifth and sixth generations.
• Where is Hill-Smith Family Estates based, and where are its wines produced?
  The estate is headquartered in the Barossa Valley, South Australia. It grows and sources fruit across key Australian regions including the Barossa Valley, Limestone Coast, and Tasmania, as well as select sites in New Zealand.
• Which brands are part of the Hill-Smith Family Estates portfolio?
  Notable labels include Yalumba, Jansz Tasmania, Pewsey Vale, Heggies, and Oxford Landing.
• What are the estate’s signature styles and wines?
  Specialties include full-bodied Barossa Shiraz blends, Tasmanian sparkling wines from Jansz Tasmania, and Yalumba’s renowned “The Signature” Cabernet Sauvignon–Shiraz.
• How does the estate approach regional expression and viticulture?
  Each wine is crafted to express place and variety, leveraging the family’s vine expertise through the Yalumba Nursery for thoughtful site and clone selection across distinct regions.
• Are sustainability practices important to Hill-Smith Family Estates?
  Yes. The estate prioritizes reducing carbon emissions, utilizing solar power, conserving water, and promoting vineyard biodiversity.
• Can Hill-Smith Family Estates wines be purchased internationally?
  Yes. Their wines are available in numerous countries through established distribution partners.