Organic Viticulture and Winemaking
Angove Family Winemakers are market leaders in certified organic viticulture and winemaking and are passionate about environmental stewardship and sustainability. Our organic vineyards are certified by Australian Certified Organic
What is organic viticulture and winemaking?
Organic viticulture and winemaking is a holistic approach to cultivating grapes and crafting wine that respects the environment, cherishes biodiversity, and nurtures the health of the land. It is a philosophy that encourages harmony between viticulture and nature, encouraging sustainable practices and foregoing synthetic chemicals, herbicides, pesticides and fungicides. The goal is to develop an ecosystem that promotes vine health, helping the vine naturally resist pests and disease within our Organic Vineyards.
During winemaking, organic principles are extended into the cellar with minimal intervention being the key. Organic wines typically have less sulphites and the true expression of the grape and the environment they hail from is prioritised.
The result is more than just a wine; it reflects the essence of the land, capturing the subtleties of the soil, climate, and the dedication of those who tended the vines.
Why Organic Viticulture?
Farming organically combines the Angove’s love of all things wine with their commitment to environmental stewardship.
We like to work smarter not harder and by investing in the biodiversity in and around the vineyard we encourage healthy soils and provide natural habitat for beneficial insects, birds and other wildlife – letting nature strengthen the vines and look after any pests and disease.
Minimising contamination of water and soils is extremely important, and by using only organic inputs we reduce this risk.
The climate is changing and farming organically can help reduce our greenhouse gas emissions.
Farming organically provides a healthy environment for our valued staff members.
Why Organic Wine?
Most importantly, we love making and drinking delicious wine made from grapes grown without synthetic chemicals, pesticides, or herbicides, Angove organic wine reflects a purer expression of the vineyard, the soil, and the season.
On a deeper level, organic wine represents a commitment to sustainability. Organic vineyards nurture soil health, encourage biodiversity, and minimise harm to the broader ecosystem. From composting and cover cropping to reduced water usage and thoughtful packaging, organic winemakers are often leaders in responsible agriculture. When you drink organic, you’re directly supporting farming practices that care for the land.
But it’s not just about ethics — it’s also about flavour. Grapes grown in healthy, living soils tend to produce more vibrant and expressive wines. With minimal intervention in the winery, organic wines often show more character and sense of place — the elusive terroir that wine lovers seek.
Choosing organic is about more than wine. It’s about making better choices for your body, your community, and the planet. And when those choices taste this good, it’s a win-win.
All our organic wines display the Australian Certified Organic ‘bud’ logo, so you can rest assured you are enjoying a 100% certified organic product.
The certification process is extremely thorough and requires yearly audits, which ensures strict compliance and guarantees our fruit maintains its high quality and varietal expression.
