Jim Barry

It would be difficult to find a name more closely aligned to both the Clare Valley and the Australian Wine Industry. Not only does the name Jim Barry connect with quality, it connects with history.

Jim Barry commenced his wine career by studying Oenology (wine science) at Roseworthy Agricultural College in 1944. After graduating as the 17th qualified winemaker from Roseworthy, he accepted a position as Clarevale’s winemaker and chemist, making him the first qualified winemaker to work in the Clare Valley.

Wife, Nancy, proved a driving force in the formation of Jim Barry Wines and sons, Peter, Mark & John were involved in the company’s rise. Peter Barry became managing director in 1985. Today Peter’s children Tom, Sam and Olivia work for Jim Barry Wines as winemaker, commercial manager and brand ambassador respectively.

Jim Barry Lodge Hill Riesling 2023
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- Jim Barry Lodge Hill Riesling 2023
  
  Originally a pastoral run dating back to 1839, and originally named Wolta Wolta, Jim Barry purchased the land for The Lodge Hill Vineyard in 1977 as he was sure it would “produce some of the best Riesling in the Clare Valley.” At 480 metres, the grapes at the Jim Barry...
  
  $30.00
Jim Barry Atherley Shiraz 2020 - 6 Pack
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- Jim Barry Atherley Shiraz 2020 - 6 Pack
  
  Flinty notes with dark fruits and forest compote on the nose. Boysenberry, blackberry and spice flavours, with hints of smoke and roasted nuts. Silky and ample tannin with a moreish feel. ABV: 14%
  
  ~~$154.00~~ $139.00
Jim Barry Watervale Riesling 2023 - 6 Pack
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- Jim Barry Watervale Riesling 2023 - 6 Pack
  
  Riesling lovers rejoice! It’s time to celebrate – 70’s style- as Jim Barry Wines commemorates 50 consecutive vintages of their popular Watervale Riesling with a limited-edition label. Located fifteen kilometres south of Clare township, the tiny village of Watervale is nestled in South Australia’s Clare Valley and is internationally renowned...
  
  ~~$165.00~~ $148.00
Jim Barry Single Vineyard The Farm Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 - 6 Pack
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- Jim Barry Single Vineyard The Farm Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 - 6 Pack
  
  This wine is a deep red with a crimson hue. An elegant wine with blue purple fruits, ripe cherries black olive and a hint of menthol on the nose. The nose carries into a silky palate, with blackberry, cherry, and cassis fruit flavours. The wine is well integrated, soft fruited...
  
  ~~$223.00~~ $201.00
Jim Barry Lodge Hill Riesling 2023 - 6 Pack
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- Jim Barry Lodge Hill Riesling 2023 - 6 Pack
  
  Originally a pastoral run dating back to 1839, and originally named Wolta Wolta, Jim Barry purchased the land for The Lodge Hill Vineyard in 1977 as he was sure it would “produce some of the best Riesling in the Clare Valley.” Situated at 480 meters above sea level and situated...
  
  ~~$192.00~~ $172.00
Jim Barry The Florita Riesling 2023 - 6 Pack
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- Jim Barry The Florita Riesling 2023 - 6 Pack
  
  Florita’ is Spanish for ‘little flower’. Located fifteen kilometres south of Clare township in the tiny village of Watervale, the famous Riesling vineyard was planted to Palamino in 1946 for making Fino Sherry, and replanted to Riesling in 1962. The birthplace of Leo Buring Watervale Riesling, Florita was where...
  
  ~~$383.00~~ $345.00
Jim Barry Cover Drive Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 - 6 Pack
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- Jim Barry Cover Drive Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 - 6 Pack
  
  On the southern boundary of Coonawarra is the old Penola cricket ground, which first saw a ball bowled in anger and the flashing cover drives of the local champions of 1950. The cricket ground was retired in 1996. The following year, Jim Barry was fortunate to purchase the 30-acre property...
  
  ~~$165.00~~ $148.00
Jim Barry The Atherley Riesling 2023 - 6 Pack
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- Jim Barry The Atherley Riesling 2023 - 6 Pack
  
  The Clare Valley is known as one of the benchmark Riesling making regions in the world, with the Jim Barry winemaking name being synonyms with quality and consistency. Rolling hills and ideal rainfall make for a wine with mineralic texture and lashings of flavour with elements of lime, lemon curd,...
  
  ~~$154.00~~ $139.00
Jim Barry Assyrtiko 2023 - 6 Pack
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- Jim Barry Assyrtiko 2023 - 6 Pack
  
  In August 2012 we planted Australia’s first Assyrtiko at their Lodge Hill Vineyard, a special and unique site treasured by the Barry family and suited to this variety. "Our Assyrtiko journey has been fascinating and has enabled us to produce a wine which, I believe, is a true expression of...
  
  ~~$234.00~~ $211.00
Jim Barry Lodge Hill Shiraz 2021
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- Jim Barry Lodge Hill Shiraz 2021
  
  A pastoral run dating back to 1839, and originally named Wolta Wolta, the 329 acre Lodge Hill Vineyard is situated on the Eastern Ranges, five kilometres east of the Clare township. Jim Barry purchased the land for The Lodge Hill Vineyard in 1977 as he was sure it would “produce...
  
  $30.00
Jim Barry Assyrtiko 2023
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- Jim Barry Assyrtiko 2023
  
  In August 2012 we planted Australia’s first Assyrtiko at our Lodge Hill Vineyard, a special and unique site treasured by my family and suited to this variety. "Our Assyrtiko journey has been fascinating and has enabled us to produce a wine which, I believe, is a true expression of the...
  
  $40.00