Dormilona Chardonnay 2022
Regular price $43.00
Unit price per
- TASTING NOTE: "Such a delicious take on Margaret River Chardy, from one of the regions premier sites. All the power, pulpy stone fruit and salty tang of the Burnside vineyard are here but rather than looking to shape it with new oak and barrel ferment, this is gently supported with amphora and large format oak, letting the acid and phenolic heft really shine. A new favourite." David Gillman, HWS
- ABOUT THE WINE: Off the stunning Burnside vineyard. Hand harvested, whole bunch pressed to a mix of large format oak and amphora. Natural ferment plus malo then simply racked to bottled on a stunning fruit day.
- ABOUT THE PRODUCER: While working in Galicia, Jo Perry earned the name ‘Dormilona’, or ‘lazy bones’, for failing to keep up with her team’s fiesta lifestyle. In truth, she was exhausted from chasing early morning surf breaks—that, and spending tireless hours honing her craft. Perry has embraced the moniker ever since, despite her second-to-none work ethic leading a pioneering winery in Margaret River and winning the coveted Australian Young Gun of Wine award in 2016. Prior to establishing Dormilona in 2012, Perry’s thirst for knowledge and experience took her not only to Spain, but also France, America, New Zealand, across Eastern Australia and finally back to Margaret River. Nearly 20 vintages across the world have given Perry the clarity and confidence to allow her intuition to dictate her growing and winemaking. This natural and nurturing ethos allows the grapes and the place to speak clearly, and so minimal-intervention winemaking is key. As you might expect, growing practice comes along hand-in-hand with this commitment, and all the Dormilona wines are made with fruit farmed with organic and/or biodynamic principles. Dormilona currently have three layers of limited release wines to their offering. The Clayface range is a collection of layered, savoury and mineral Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Chenin Blancs; each raised in Italian terracotta (flat-bottomed, handmade amphorae, originally made by Jo’s aunty). Dormilona are the Estate wines: single-site, classic drinking with benchmark quality and precision. While Perry’s ‘House Wines’ collection is a playful suite which includes some pét-nat and plenty of fun with whole-bunch, amphorae, open-fermenters and skins.
- COUNTRY: Australia
- REGION: Margaret River, Western Australia
- VARIETAL: Chardonnay
- WINE STYLE: White Wine
- WINEMAKER: Josephine Perry
- CLASSIFICATION: Minimal Intervention, Minimal Sulphites, Organic Farming
- CLOSURE: Screwcap
- ABV%: 12.5%
- SIZE: 750ml
FAQ
FAQ
Q: I need help making a drink selection! Can you help?
A: Of course. Drop into the Wine Store or get in touch.
Q: What are my pickup options?
A: Select 'pickup' when you place your online order and you can collect anytime during our opening hours.
Pickup is available during our opening hours:
Tuesday - Saturday: 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Sundays, Mondays & Public Holidays: Closed
Q: Can someone else pickup my order?
A: Yes if they have your receipt. However all alcohol orders must be picked up by an individual 18 year or older. Proof of age and sobriety are required as per RSA regulation.
Q: What are my delivery/shipping options?
A: Please check out our shipping policy.
Q: How do I make payment?
A: We accept payment by Visa, Mastercard, American Express or through Paypal. If you have a question about your payment please refer to your order number when you get in touch.
Q: I've ordered a digital gift certificate. When will I receive?
A: Once we reconcile your payment, you will receive your voucher via email.
Q: Can I use a gift certificate against multiple transactions?
A: Yes.
Q: I'm ordering a gift for someone. Can you supply a gift note for the wine I have ordered for them?
A: Yes. You can include a gift message when you add the item to your shopping cart in the 'special instructions' box. Please email us at if you have any trouble with this and quote your order number and we will make it all happen!
Q: I'm need to order multiple gifts! Can you help?
A: Of course. Check out our Wine Gifting page.
Q: What are your COVID-19 safety practices?
A: The safety of our staff, diners and customers is paramount. We abide by all regulations and precautions, especially during times of restrictions or lockdown. We are able to offer contactless delivery and pickup. We reserve the right to implement additional precautions as official guidelines and situations change.
Help keep everyone safe and send someone else to collect on your behalf if you are sick or at risk of infection.