The home of the black sheep
Hugh Hamilton Wines is Australia’s oldest wine family, known for exceptional wines, unforgettable experiences, and an indomitable pioneering spirit.
185 years. 6 generations.
One family of black sheep.
Hugh Hamilton and his daughter Mary Hamilton are the 5th and 6th generation of the Australian Hamilton wine dynasty that stretches back over 185 years.
Our rascals, ratbags, drama queens and many other characters are all bottled up in some of Australia’s finest wines. This is a place where we take the wine seriously but not ourselves. It’s about living a quality lifestyle and having fun.
As we say, “every family has one”.
Black Blood II
Church Vineyard Shiraz 2022
Three truly unique Shiraz wines where everything has been kept as consistent as possible, picking dates, winemaking approach, oak regime and maturation. The only thing that is different is the terroir each wine comes from.
Church Vineyard, so named for the old Bethany Church that it surrounds on three sides, was once the bed of an ancient river. Whatever the flows in the past may have been, this river now trickles quietly along the base of the block. You can taste its mark in the generosity of fruit that typifies this wine.
what we’re drinking THIS MONTH
The Red Lover Trio
For the red wine drinker who is looking to try new things
1 x ‘The Rascal’ Shiraz NV
1 x ‘Agent Provocateur’ 2025 Grenache Frontignac Fiano
1 x ‘Black Ops’ 2022 Shiraz Saperavi
Only $85
Usually $108
PLUS if the wine isn’t to your taste after you’ve taken the first 2 sips, I’ll replace it with something more suited to you!
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pure black 2018
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Pure Quality | Pure History | Pure McLaren Vale
We set out to make a wine that Australia could be proud of.
Something so pure in quality that possesses such craft & style that
it would become an Australian icon.
visit the home of the black sheep
Perched up amongst the vineyards with a 270° view of McLaren Vale, our Cellar Door plays host to a range of unique tastings.
You’ll feel like family amongst our passionate team, with wines and tasting experiences to suit everyone’s tastes.
Every element of the Cellar Door has been designed to enhance your tasting and give you permission to settle in and engage with the wines and the surroundings.
sample the Black Sheep
Sample our most popular wines and find your new favourite!
All wines are full size 750ml bottles.
1 x 2025 ‘The Trickster’ Pinot Gris
1 x 2022 ‘The Rascal’ Shiraz
1 x 2021 ‘The Villain’ Cabernet Sauvignon
1 x ‘Hugh’s Gone Nuts’ Salted Caramel Almonds
1 x ‘Hugh’s Gone Nuts’ Smoked Almonds
join our flock
Are you someone who likes to do things differently?
So are we! With 185 years and six generations of winemaking, when you join Hugh Hamilton Wines Wine Club – the Black Sheep Club you will be welcomed into our family.
Black Sheep Club members are our number one priority. You will have access to extremely limited wines, and will be invited to exclusive events & experiences. There is only one question you need to ask now…
Hugh Hamilton Wines Makes the World’s Top 100!
Wine Spectator has released its Top 100 Wines of 2025, and our Black Ops Shiraz–Saperavi 2021 has been ranked #91 with 92 points. With just two Australian wines included in the list, we’re grateful to be among them. See the full list and join the celebration here: top100.winespectator.com.
Jukes Applauds Hugh Hamilton
‘The Oddball’ 2023 recognised in Matthew Jukes’ ‘100 Best Australian Wines 2026’. Keep an eye out – it’s coming in 2026! See why HHW is earning accolades and glowing reviews here: Learn more:
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