Description
Sentio is a small, terroir-driven wine project founded by winemaker Chris Catlow in Beechworth. Established in 2013, the label reflects Catlow’s deep-rooted connection to the region and a philosophy shaped by both local mentorship and formative experience in Burgundy.
At its core, Sentio is an exploration of place. Rather than focusing on a single estate, Catlow works with carefully selected vineyards across Victoria, including Beechworth, the Yarra Valley, and emerging cool-climate sites such as Mount Gambier. Each wine is designed to express the nuances of site and season, with an emphasis on clarity, structure, and natural balance.
Chardonnay sits at the heart of the project, reflecting Catlow’s long-standing fascination with the variety. Wines are typically handpicked, wild fermented, and matured in a mix of large-format and traditional oak, building texture while preserving precision. Alongside this, small parcels of Pinot Noir, Gamay, Shiraz and Nebbiolo round out the range, each crafted with a similarly light-handed approach.
The resulting wines are finely tuned and site-transparent—combining Australian energy with an Old World sensibility. Produced in limited quantities, Sentio has quickly established itself as a thoughtful, quietly compelling voice in modern Australian wine.
