Born to a family whose very name is rooted in Australian wine history, Hugo Gramp lived and worked his entire life in the Barossa Valley. Hugo’s grandfather, Johann Gramp, planted his first vines in 1847, and started the wine business that would later be called Gramp & Sons.

At just twenty-five years of age, Gramp was appointed managing director of Gramp & Sons. On October 25 1938, he was flying from Adelaide to Melbourne when the Kyeema plane he was travelling on crashed into Mount Dandenong, taking the lives of all eighteen passengers on board.

In 1983, Gramp’s legacy was honoured by the release of the first St Hugo wine. Crafted from the outstanding 1980 vintage, the St Hugo Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon was hailed for its power and elegance.

Recognised as ‘excellent’ by the Langtons Classification for its distinct character and cellar-ability, every single vintage of St Hugo Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon released since 1980 has won a gold medal. Its premium collection of Australian wines are prized for their power and elegance.

With an entrepreneurial spirit and a quest for excellence, Gramp was the inspiration behind the new additions to the St Hugo range, including exceptional red wines from his beloved home in the Barossa Valley. Today, St Hugo wines are prized by wine collectors and connoisseurs for their profound depth, intensity and complexity.

Today, more than thirty-five vintages on, St Hugo continues to set the benchmark for excellence in Australian cabernet sauvigon, as well as award-winning shiraz, riesling and chardonnay.

In 2016, a new milestone was marked by the opening of the home of St Hugo. Visitors can experience the enterprising spirit of Hugo Gramp in the beautifully restored ironstone building, which features a private tasting area, fine dining restaurant and luxurious wine lounge.