At the age of 90, Sir James Hardy, a renowned sailor and significant figure in the South Australian wine business, passed suddenly. Sir James began working for his family’s wine company in 1953.
He divided his time between his duties on land and his love of sailing, where he won numerous national and international awards.
Although Sir James competed in two Olympic Games and even won a world championship, his ultimate goal was to win the America’s Cup. He made three fruitless efforts before ultimately succeeding in 1983 while serving as Australia II’s backup skipper.
Hardy’s, a family-owned winery, was acquired in 2003 and added to the Accolade family of wines. Following the acquisition, Sir James voiced hope about extending their presence into nations like Germany.
Sir James Hardy was knighted in 1981 for his remarkable services to yachting. Sir James’s noteworthy influence on the state and the country was recognized by South Australia’s Premier Peter Malinauskas for his humanitarian efforts, prominence in the wine sector, and sailing accomplishments.
Sir James Hardy’s net worth at time of death
Sir James Hardy’s net worth at the time of his death is estimated to be $1 million and $5 million dollars.