Tasting Notes
Fiano grows really well in the warmer reaches of the world which is why it's found a comfy home in McLaren Vale. Biodynamically farmed in this warm place lends itself to producing a wine medium in body with good density and character of fruit without losing vitality. A really tasty wine and one I recommend regularly as a good pairing with shellfish or white-based Italian pasta dishes. Equally good on its own too. - Chris L
Gemtree is a family-run winery in McLaren Vale, established by Mike and Melissa Brown with a clear focus on sustainability and respect for the land. Today the estate farms over 300 acres of certified organic and biodynamic vineyards, making it one of the region’s leaders in regenerative viticulture. A strong belief in biodiversity underpins their approach—sheep graze between the vines, native trees are planted to encourage wildlife, and chemical inputs are avoided to maintain living soils.
The estate’s vineyards, spread across a range of McLaren Vale’s diverse soils from red clay to sandy loam, are planted mainly to Shiraz, Grenache and Cabernet Sauvignon, alongside Mediterranean varieties such as Tempranillo, Fiano and Vermentino that thrive in the warm, coastal climate.
Winemaking is deliberately minimal, with wild ferments, gentle handling and sensitive use of oak, allowing the fruit’s natural purity and the vineyard’s character to shine. The wines are known for their vibrancy, balance and drinkability, reflecting both McLaren Vale’s generosity and Gemtree’s thoughtful, eco-driven ethos.
Gemtree has become a benchmark for sustainable Australian wine, producing bottles that are expressive, authentic and rooted in a deep respect for nature.
| Product Type | Wine White Other Varietals & Blends |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Country | Australia |
| Region | South Australia |
| Sub Region | McLaren Vale |
| Winemaking Practices | Conventional |
| Vineyard Practices | Organic/Biodynamic |