Wine company Vinarchy is establishing two winemaking hubs in South Australia. As part of its long-term growth plan, the company has announced a 12-month transition to strengthen its Australian operational footprint.
Vinarchy is investing $30 million into its Rowland Flat site in the Barossa to support advanced viticulture and winemaking techniques for sparkling wine.
With a further investment of more than $70 million, Berri Estates in the Riverland will become Vinarchy’s primary commercial winemaking, packaging and warehousing hub. The investment will enhance site design to deliver scale, efficiency and quality to support global demand for Australian wine.
“Adopting this twin-hub structure at Berri Estates and Rowland Flat allows us to consolidate our resources and expertise, strengthening the business and ensuring we remain competitive in the face of ongoing challenges in the global wine market,” said chief supply officer at Vinarchy Joe Russo.
“These important changes represent Vinarchy’s commitment to building a stronger winemaking footprint in South Australia.”
The company has also reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining a compelling and sustainable cellar door presence, and will invest in primary brand experiences in South Australia including Jacob’s Creek, St Hugo, Hardys, St Hallett, Grant Burge, Katnook Estate and Petaluma.
“Both St Hallett and Hardys are critical brands for Vinarchy and we recognise the rich local history they have in the Barossa and McLaren Vale. While our winemaking will move, our commitment to quality wines, local sourcing and premium cellar door experiences for these brands do not change,” Russo added.
“These wines will be made with the same grapes from the same regions, by the same winemakers, just at another winery.”