Our Story
Established in 1978, Smiths Vineyard is the oldest vineyard in the Beechworth wine region. The site overlooks the majestic vista of Mt Buffalo and the Victorian High Country.
Our method to making great wine is simple- let the vineyard do the talking. We have a philosophy of minimal impact viticulture.
We work hard to show the “terroir” of our region - our soil, climate and altitude. Old World techniques with a new world look.
Beechworth is situated at elevation on the continental side of the Victorian Alps. This allows for warm, sunny days to reliably ripen the crop, as well as cool nights, which temper any heat and produce wine grapes with natural balance and elegance.
The home vineyard sits at 550 metres above sea level, and it produces minerally, textured wines that just keep on giving!
The cellar door will be open only by appointment in the winter months, so please call us to arrangement a time for a tasting. So give 0412 475 328
Thumbs up from James Halliday for the third year in a row!
James Halliday Australian Wine Companion – 2009 Edition - In stores now, and Smiths Vineyard is yet again a 5 star winery! Here's what he had to say:
Beechworth Chardonnay 2006 - Very good colour; high quality wine from start to finish, with nectarine/white peach fruit and seamless oak; long, balanced finish. Screwcap 13.8° alc. RATING 94 DRINK 2015 DATE TASTED Aug 07
310 Beechworth Shiraz 2006 - Crimson-purple; elegant, juicy black and red fruits, licorice and spice; silky and supple mouthfeel and good length. Screwcap 14.4° alc. RATING 94 DRINK 2021 DATE TASTED Aug 07
Beechworth Cabernet Merlot 2005 - Herbaceous style; spicy/earthy edges to the blackcurrant fruit; while only light- to medium-bodied, has plenty of intensity and length. Screwcap 13.2° alc. RATING 90 DRINK 2015 DATE TASTED Aug 07
Our 2006 range is now available. Please visit our cellar door or use our online order form and place your order.