Hugo Wines

Welcome to the rolling hills of McLaren Vale and the historic grounds of Hugo Wines. My name is John, and I am honored to share the story of this vineyard, which is more than just a site for viticulture; it is a repository of…

We begin our exploration at one of the most sacred spots on the property: the Bush Vine Grenache block. These 'lovely old girls,' as we affectionately call them, were planted by my grandfather, Colin Hugo, 69 years ago in 1951. …

Adjacent to the Grenache is our Chardonnay block, spanning about three and a half acres. The management of this block is a study in precision. …

As we move further into the vineyard, we encounter the Shiraz vines, which we often refer to as the 'Rosé Shiraz' block. These grapes are the backbone of our most well-known wine, the White Label Shiraz, which sources about 30%…

We are now standing at the highest point of the vineyard, roughly 190 meters above sea level. This elevated position offers a spectacular view but also presents unique growing conditions. …

Water management is a central pillar of our sustainability efforts. We are currently looking at our largest dam, which when full holds approximately 3 megaliters of water. …

Finally, we visit the most prestigious section of the vineyard: the Old Vine Shiraz. Planted by my father back in 1969, these vines are the oldest Shiraz on the property and consistently produce our best grapes. …

Our tour concludes back at the winery sheds, where the results of our labor are carefully matured. Inside our barrel hall, you will find a mixture of French and American oak barrels, ranging from brand new to seven years old. …