Founded in 1989 by cousins Martin Shaw and Michael Hill-Smith MW, Shaw + Smith creates Adelaide Hills wines that express their site and season. The winery features a tasting room overlooking the Balhannah Vineyard where visitors can enjoy wine flights or wines by the glass with a cold larder menu.
Shaw and Smith focuses on Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Gamay, Shiraz, and more. Signature bottles include Gamay, Sauvignon Blanc, M3 Chardonnay, Lenswood Vineyard Pinot Noir, Lenswood Chardonnay, Lenswood Shiraz, MMAD Vineyard Chenin Blanc, MMAD Vineyard Rosé, MMAD Vineyard Grenache, MMAD Vineyard Shiraz. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Yes, Shaw and Smith has food available alongside tastings. Having food while tasting reduces the effect of alcohol and helps you taste more accurately. Worth taking advantage of when offered.
Yes, Shaw and Smith offers vineyard tours. Options include: Wine Flights, Vineyard Tours, MMAD Vineyard Flight and ORSO at Shaw + Smith. Tour spots fill before standard tasting reservations. Book your tour and tasting together when you reserve.
Shaw and Smith is in Balhannah, South Australia, in the South Australia wine region. Phone: (08) 8398 0500. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Shaw and Smith was established in 1989, giving the estate 37 years to develop its wine program and farming practices.
The winemaking at Shaw and Smith is led by Martin Shaw, Michael Hill-Smith. Visiting during special events or release weekends is often the best chance to meet the winemaking team and ask questions about specific vintages or techniques.
Open 11 - 5, daily. | Sunday | (11 - 5) | Monday | (11 - 5) | Tuesday | (11 - 5) | Wednesday | (11 - 5) | Thursday | (11 - 5) | Friday | (11 - 5) | Saturday | (11 - 5) | Open on Public Holidays | Christmas-NYE Opening Hours | Closed 25, 26 Dec + 1 Jan. 24 + 31 Dec Open 11- 3. | Easter Opening Hours | Closed Good Friday. | (AHW endeavours to keep member opening hours up to date, but please double check details to be sure.) Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.
Yes, Shaw and Smith has outdoor seating. Availability is weather-dependent. Call ahead to confirm, particularly outside summer months.
