Gemtree Wines is McLaren Vale's standout certified organic and biodynamic producer, farming century-old vines on Fleurieu Peninsula red soils at 167 Elliott Road, McLaren Flat. The estate is committed to regenerative agriculture — building soil life through biodynamic preparations, composting, and cover crops — and every wine in the range reflects that philosophy of place over process. Signature varieties include old-vine Shiraz (Ernest Allan and Obsidian), Grenache, Tempranillo, Fiano, and GSM blends, alongside a Crémant-style sparkling and rosé. The winery also offers an acclaimed "Being Biodynamic" farm tour experience pairing tastings with a regional platter.
Yes. Gemtree Wines holds both organic and biodynamic certification. The estate has been farmed without synthetic chemicals for many years and operates as a hub of sustainable innovation in McLaren Vale.
The range includes several Shiraz expressions (Ernest Allan, Obsidian, Uncut), Grenache, Tempranillo (Luna Temprana), Fiano, a GSM blend (Cinnabar), Rosé (Luna de Fresa), and a small-batch sparkling — all estate-grown and certified organic.
Yes. Gemtree offers tastings and the "Being Biodynamic" guided farm tour experience at 167 Elliott Road, McLaren Flat SA 5171. Check the website for current opening days and tour bookings.
Gemtree is located in McLaren Flat, within the broader McLaren Vale wine region on South Australia's Fleurieu Peninsula — renowned for bold Shiraz and Mediterranean varieties.