# Luna Crescente Fiano (2023)

- **Producer:** Gemtree Vineyards
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Fiano
- **Region:** South Australia, Australia
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €16
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 8–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** green apple, pear, white flowers, white currant, lemon, cream, butter

## About this wine

Gemtree Luna Crescente Fiano 2023 is a white wine from McLaren Vale, South Australia, produced by Gemtree Vineyards. Founded in 1998 by the Buttery family and now managed by Melissa and Mike Brown, the winery is committed to organic and biodynamic farming. The wine's name, 'Luna Crescente,' meaning 'half moon,' signifies the winery's adherence to biodynamic lunar calendars. Gemtree Vineyards has been certified organic since 2011, emphasizing sustainability and environmental responsibility in its operations.

## Interesting facts

- Certified organic and biodynamic since 2011.
- Name 'Luna Crescente' means 'half moon'.
- Winery managed by second-generation family.
- Gold award winner for the 2023 vintage.

## Food pairing

The wine's bright acidity cuts through richer textures and complements seafood. Its herbal and citrus notes find echoes in dishes featuring fresh herbs, lemon, and vegetables, creating harmonious flavor bridges.

## Wine making process

The Gemtree Luna Crescente Fiano 2023 was produced using a combination of winemaking techniques. Seventy-six percent of the wine was fermented and aged in stainless steel tanks, 13% in concrete eggs, 8% in oak tanks, and 3% in amphora. Portions of the wine also underwent malolactic fermentation. The wine was aged for three months before bottling. Gemtree Vineyards adheres to certified organic and biodynamic farming practices.