Wirra Wirra buys Hanhdorf Hill

The families behind Wirra Wirra wines have bought Hahndorf Hill in the Adelaide Hills. This means that McLaren Vale's Wirra Wirra now owns two noteworthy/iconic Adelaide Hills wineries in Ashton Hills and (now) Handorf Hill.

The acquisition adds depth to the group’s presence in the Adelaide Hills, complementing its ownership of Ashton Hills and introducing a winery with a (legitimately) formidable reputation for cool-climate white wines.

Founded in 2002 by Larry Jacobs and Marc Dobson, Hahndorf Hill has built a loyal following for its wines, most notably for its benchmark expressions of Grüner Veltliner. The six-hectare estate, perched just outside the historic village of Hahndorf, also features a top-ranked cellar door and thriving wine tourism experience.

“At a time when the Australian wine industry is facing real challenges, we’re choosing to invest in quality, authenticity and long-term growth,” said Matthew Deller MW, CEO of Wirra Wirra.  “Larry and Marc have created something truly special. Hahndorf Hill fits perfectly with our vision for the future.”

Jacobs and Dobson will retire from the wine industry following the transition, leaving behind a legacy of pioneering spirit and precision winemaking.

“Marc and I are thrilled that Wirra Wirra will be taking over the reins,” said Larry Jacobs. “The Wirra Wirra team has all the skills and enthusiasm to take Hahndorf Hill to the next level.”