2024 Domaine Naturaliste Discovery Chardonnay

A bright, layered Chardonnay from one of Margaret River’s best – delivering serious quality for well under what it tastes like.
4.1
Rated 4.1 out of 5 stars
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Description

Bruce Dukes has always had a knack for overdelivering, and this Chardonnay from his Discovery range is a perfect case in point. It’s sourced from vineyards in the cooler south of Margaret River and handled with the kind of precision usually reserved for wines at double the price.

Wild fermented, matured in French oak (a small portion new), and left to rest on lees for added texture, it’s a Chardonnay with plenty going on. Citrus, white peach, a little creaminess and nutty detail, all balanced by that telltale Margaret River line of acidity. It’s not trying to shout – just quietly confident and spot-on in style.

There’s no shortage of premium pedigree behind this label, but what stands out most is the value. It punches well above its weight, making it an easy pick for weeknight dinners, long lunches or anyone wanting to dip a toe into modern Margaret River Chardonnay without breaking the bank.

Customer Reviews

4.1
Rated 4.1 out of 5 stars
Based on 7 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 2 Total 4 star reviews: 4 Total 3 star reviews: 1 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 0
7 reviews
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    stan
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    2022 Domaine Naturaliste Discovery Chardonnay
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    Modern Chardonnay

    Smooth easy drinking

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    2022 Domaine Naturaliste Discovery Chardonnay
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    Classic Margaret River Chardonnay

    Higher rated than price. Very drinkable

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    2022 Domaine Naturaliste Discovery Chardonnay
    Rated 3 out of 5 stars
    VERY PLEASANT EVERY DAY CHARDONNAY

    Initial intense and somewhat sharp minerality softens after breathing for 30- 40mins making the wine more enjoyable.

ALCOHOL
12.5 % by Vol | 7.4 Standard Drinks

FOOD MATCHING
Chicken | veal | fish | fresh air

GROWING SEASON
A moderate and sunny 2023 Vintage set the vines up with fertile buds and good stocks of carbohydrate for Vintage 2024. Spring was warm and dry, allowing for uniform and rapid budburst and perfect conditions for flowering. Lower than average soil moisture and higher than average temperatures through late spring and early summer allowed for smaller berries with better spacing on the bunch, setting the stage for a concentrated and intensely flavoured crop. The continued higher than average temperatures led to an early vintage, with white varieties characterised by scintillating levels of natural acidity and immense fruit power and purity.

WINEMAKING
Pristine Chardonnay fruit and respectful winemaking. Fermentation and maturation in mainly seasoned French oak, which adds complexity and generosity of texture without compromising the purity of aromatics or flavor.

MATURATION
Seven months in French oak sur lie.

CELLARING POTENTIAL
Very attractive in youth, however will mature gracefully.

HARVESTED
31st January 2025

Price Bracket $30 or Less
Type White
Body Full Bodied
Variety Chardonnay
Country Australia
Region Margaret River
Australian State WA
Alcohol 12.5%
Size 750ml
Vintage 2024
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Domaine Naturaliste

Domaine Naturaliste is a Margaret River producer to keep an eye out for.

Named James Halliday's Best Value Winery for 2020, owner/winemaker Bruce Dukes has a wealth of winemaking experience both here and abroad, including a stint at Francis Ford Coppola's iconic Niebaum Coppola winery in the Napa Valley.

His wines are made from traditional Margaret River varieties with a focus on premium Chardonnay and Cabernet that rival the best of the region.

From the top-shelf premium range to the excellent 'daily drinking' wines, everything made by the hands of Bruce is outstanding value for money!

Winemaker Bruce Dukes Margaret River, WA Domaine Naturaliste

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