Southern Hemisphere: Estate Expression from Australia to South Africa

Jackson Family Wines is a family-owned collection of wineries dedicated to crafting expressive, high-quality wines from exceptional vineyard sites around the world. Rooted in a commitment to sustainability and a deep respect for terroir, the Jackson family focuses on wines that reflect a true sense of place, from everyday favorites to world-class, estate-driven bottlings.

What Guests will Experience

Join us for an immersive tasting journey through the Southern Hemisphere, showcasing the dynamic Australian and South African estates of Jackson Family Wines.

Discover the power and purity of Yangarra Estate’s Rhone varietals and the high elevation Bordeaux varietals from Hickenbothem Clarendon Vineyard in McLaren Vale, alongside the cool-climate precision of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from Giant Steps in Yarra Valley , estates that are redefining modern Australian wine through site-driven farming and thoughtful winemaking.

Then travel to South Africa’s Western Cape with Capensis, a visionary Chardonnay project highlighting high-elevation vineyards and world-class terroir from across the Cape.

This seminar will explore:

• The influence of ancient soils and elevation on Rhône and Bordeaux varieties
• Cool-climate Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from Australia’s most exciting regions
• The rise of premium South African Chardonnay on the global stage
• How Jackson Family Wines partners with iconic vineyard sites to express a true sense of place

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