Rob Gibson is well known to many as Gibbo and to some as “The Dirtman.”

He worked at Penfolds for 20 years as part of the winemaking team, establishing strong relationships with the independent growers.

Gibbo then took his Winegrowing philosophy to a wider audience, as an international consultant primarily in Chile and Argentina.

He and his wife Anne established Gibson Wines in 1996 along with their 3 sons and 2 daughters, creating a dynamic family business that has made an indelible mark on the Barossa.

An inaugural Barossa Trustmark recipient with the Australian Old Vine Collection Barossa Shiraz, their Sunday Fun Days have created a family friendly welcome to thousands of people, both locals and visitors.

Rob served on numerous committees including Wine Barossa and was an instrumental member of the crucial industry Steering Committee that led to the formation of the Barossa Grape & Wine Association.