Smith & Hook is a wine brand from California's Central Coast, founded in the early 1980s by Nicky and Gaby Hahn. The brand's identity is rooted in the region's rugged and independent spirit. Its name is a nod to its origins on a converted horse and cattle ranch in Monterey County.

The brand's philosophy is to produce spirited, layered, and luscious red wines, with a particular focus on Cabernet Sauvignon. They source their grapes from a variety of small, family-owned vineyards located in the warmer sub-appellations of the Central Coast, including Arroyo Seco, Paso Robles, and Hames Valley. This approach allows them to achieve a signature style of robust, richly layered wines with excellent structure and balanced acidity.

In addition to their Cabernet Sauvignon, the brand also produces a Proprietary Red Wine, which is a Bordeaux blend, and a Sauvignon Blanc. Smith & Hook's wines are known for being full-bodied, fruit-forward, and well-balanced, making them popular with consumers seeking a flavorful and accessible California wine. The brand is now a part of Hahn Family Wines, which continues to uphold its original vision of crafting quality wines that express the unique terroir of the Central Coast.