From Chris:
Clo is a small, independent winery I founded in 2013. My path to wine began in the storeroom of Annandale Cellars but it soon pivoted into the vineyard, guided by the belief that great wine is grown rather than made. Farming with care and working thoughtfully in the cellar, I aim to craft wines that are honest reflections of place and season.
Formative years spent in France deeply influenced the way I approach both viticulture and winemaking. With Jean Foillard in Beaujolais, I learned the value of purity, precision, and a light hand – letting fruit and site speak without distraction. Time with François Rousset-Martin in the Jura instilled a respect for patience, texture, and the detail that comes from attentive élevage. These experiences continue to shape the way I think about my own wines, grounding Clo in tradition while allowing space for individuality.
Today, Clo is built around small parcels, spontaneous fermentations, minimal intervention, and a focus on balance. Each wine is released in limited quantities, with the goal of capturing energy and drinkability alongside depth and nuance.
For me, wine is at its best when it feels alive – a reflection of both nature and the people who gather around it.



