The historic Hardys Tintara winery in McLaren Vale will stop making wine as parent company Vinarchy transitions operations to the Riverland and the Barossa.

Vinarchy announced the change in early June, as part of a long-term growth plan that includes establishing two winemaking hubs in South Australia, with the company’s global corporate headquarters to be located in Adelaide.

Winemaking currently undertaken at Hardy’s Tintara winery will move to Rowland Flat for the 2026 and 2027 vintages.

Chief Supply Officer Joe Russo says Vinarchy recogises the rich local history in McLaren Vale.

“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.”

“While our winemaking will move, our commitment to quality wines, local sourcing and premium cellar door experiences for these brands do not change.

“These wines will be made with the same grapes from the same regions, by the same winemakers, just at another winery.”

He says Vinarchy recognises these changes may create uncertainty for team members and is committed to supporting its people as changes are implemented progressively over the next 12 months.

“We are deeply mindful of the impact these changes may have on our people.

“Where roles are affected, we are committed to supporting our teams through redeployment opportunities to other locations in many cases, or, where necessary, redundancy and outplacement support. We will continue to consult closely with our teams over the coming months as we make this transition.”

Vinarchy was established earlier this year after the takeover of Accolade Wines by French company Pernod Ricard.