Rob Gherardi

Winemaker Rob and husband-wife Kellie are the passionate duo behind the artisan boutique winery, Mr Barval. Their hands-on approach is rooted in classical, old-world traditions, with a strong belief that the attention to details make all the difference. They hand-harvest and gently process grapes using a basket press—eliminating the need for fining or heavy filtration. Relying on indigenous yeasts naturally present on the grape skins to ferment each wine, highlights the purity of the fruit and allows each grape varietal to express its unique character. Their priority is balance over boldness—creating wines that are complex, elegant, and refined, with new layers to discover now or after many years of cellaring.