Jim Barry

The late Jim Barry was a pioneer of the Australian wine industry. He was the first qualified winemaker to work in the Clare Valley of South Australia and with his wife, Nancy, built a successful wine business which has produced trophy-winning wines since its establishment in 1959. Today, the company is headed by Jim’s second son Peter, who took over from his father as Managing Director.

"Sometimes it takes longer than a lifetime to do a lifetime's work… it's now up to my children." - Jim Barry 1925 – 2004.

Jim Barry Wines

Jim Barry Wines has an innovative approach to viticulture and a strong commitment to technological excellence in winemaking. This philosophy is fundamental to the company's ability to consistently produce wines of the highest quality which have won international recognition.

Featured Release

'The Lodge Hill' Shiraz 2008

In 1977 when Jim Barry first purchased the Lodge Hill property, his intention was to devote the entire area to Riesling. However, there was a small area which had a gentle slope facing north, capturing the warmer conditions of...

News from the winery

Lodge Hill Shiraz wins GOLD medal at IWC

Jim Barry's Lodge Hill Shiraz has won a gold at the 27th International Wine Challenge (IWC) – the world’s most prestigious and influential independent wine
competition.

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