Domaine Naturaliste is the project of highly acclaimed winemaker Bruce Dukes. After twenty five years of applying his craftsmanship to international and local producers, Dukes launched his own range of wines named after the Leeuwin Naturaliste Ridge; the dominant land form of viticultural significance in Margaret River.
This 2022 Domaine Naturaliste Floris Chardonnay is Floris is a modern and engaging expression Margaret River Chardonnay. Made from sustainably farmed vineyard in the cool southern end of Margaret River, Floris exhibits delicate textures and floral notes with an emphasis on balance, freshness and all-round drinking pleasure.
This Mâcon-styled Chardonnay is a picture of elegance and refinement with its gentle layers of citrus, nougat and florals with a well placed whisper of oak. Freshness is the key with a linear, modern citrus and floral accented palate, lifted by a nice touch of grip to finish. 92 Points. $37. Drink: 2024 - 2030"- Angus Hughson, winepilot.com.
"Invariably a good wine, is Floris. Green apple and subtle pine/lime, a gentle spicy coverlet of oak, some dill and white flower perfume. It’s quite bright, with some tropical flavour, a fine-boned and flinty texture, and a cashew cream finish of good length. Altogether pleasant. 92 Points Tasted: Dec23 13.5% alc. $35 Screwcap Drink: 2023 - 2028"- Gary Walsh, The Wine Front.
