Amato Vino

Amato Vino is a small-batch, artisan winery located in the Margaret River region of Western Australia. Established in 2003 by owner and winemaker Brad Wehr, the winery is renowned for its ‘lo-fi’ winemaking philosophy, which emphasizes wild ferments, minimal adjustments, and gentle handling. Most of their wines are unfined and unfiltered, reflecting a hands-on approach that respects traditional processes while embracing creativity and innovation.

Wine Series

Amato Vino produces three distinct series of wines:

• ‘Wilds’ Series: This collection features emerging Mediterranean grape varieties, micro-batches, skin-contact ferments, and other eclectic wines. It includes single-vineyard selections with minimal winemaking intervention, utilizing unconventional vessels for fermentation and maturation. Varietals in this series include Teroldego, Nebbiolo, Sangiovese, Primitivo, Marsanne, Trousseau, and Savagnin.
• ‘Mantra’ Series: Focusing on classic Margaret River grape varieties with a ‘lo-fi’ twist, this series emphasizes vineyard site and fruit purity. Working with small fruit parcels, the wines undergo wild ferments without additives, fining, or filtration. The ‘Mantra’ series includes Barrel-aged Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, and Cabernet Sauvignon.
• ‘Fusa’ Series: Named after the Italian word for ‘blend,’ the ‘Fusa’ series showcases blends of emerging varieties, aiming for juicy, fresh drinkability combined with complexity. These wines are packed with flavor yet remain light on the palate, designed for short to mid-term enjoyment.

Tasting Experience

Visitors can experience Amato Vino’s offerings at their Tasting Bar, situated in the historic Witch & Windmill building in Witchcliffe, near Margaret River. The space provides an intimate and relaxed setting for informal tastings, allowing guests to sample a curated selection of wines while engaging in conversations about the winemaking process.

Through their dedication to minimal intervention and traditional winemaking techniques, Amato Vino crafts expressive, textural wines that capture the essence of both classic and alternative grape varieties, solidifying their place in the vibrant Margaret River wine community.