The Mr Mick Clare Valley Fiano 2024 is a vibrant, textural white that highlights both the adaptability of this ancient Italian variety and the Clare Valley’s reputation for championing innovative, food-friendly wines. Native to Campania in southern Italy and once on the brink of extinction, Fiano has found a natural home in Clare Valley, where continental influences, elevation and careful site selection mirror the grape’s Mediterranean origins while preserving its signature freshness.

Harvested in the cool of the early morning to retain aromatic purity, the fruit was gently pressed before the juice was separated, cold settled and fermented steadily at low temperatures over two weeks. This gentle, controlled approach preserves varietal character while building flavour concentration and mouthfeel, resulting in a wine that balances intensity with precision.

In the glass, the wine opens with expressive aromas of passionfruit pulp, ripe citrus and stone fruits, layered with a distinctive herbal lift of fresh sage. The palate is generous and textured, flowing with flavours of ripe citrus, peach and subtle tropical notes, underpinned by crisp, trademark Fiano acidity that brings energy and length. Despite its depth and concentration, the wine remains poised and refreshing, finishing clean and mouthwatering with a savoury edge that invites another sip.

Naturally food-friendly, this Fiano shines alongside Italian-inspired dishes, pairing effortlessly with shellfish, grilled fish, creamy pasta, roast chicken or pork dishes with herbs and lemon. Its combination of texture and acidity also makes it a versatile match for modern Australian cuisine, where freshness and balance are key. Bright, expressive and quietly distinctive, the Mr Mick Clare Valley Fiano 2024 is a confident example of how Clare Valley continues to reinterpret classic European varieties with clarity and charm.