Situated just 7 km from the Indian Ocean, in the renowned Wilyabrup sub-region of Margart River, Domaine Naturaliste’s 20 year old grapevines thrive in gravelly loam soils, nourished by a maritime climate of cool, wet winters and gentle summers.
It is here that renowned winemaker Bruce Dukes brings his expertise to life with a holistic, vineby-vine approach, combining science and artistry in every bottle. His expertise in sustainable farming and soil health, combined with an intuitive flair, delivers wines that are both refined and distinctly of the region.
An agronomist with advanced training in Viticulture and Oenology, Bruce Dukes honed his craft with both local and international experience, including time spent at Francis Ford Coppola’s Niebaum-Coppola winery in California. The combination of Bruce’s passion, artistic and intuitive flair make Bruce the gifted winemaker he is. Bruce’s passion for the region extends to his home life, living at the base of Cape Naturaliste in the northern end of the Margaret River wine region with his family. Domaine Naturaliste wines are fragrant, beautifully balanced and the purest expression of Margaret River grapes, with a focus on the classic varieties. Made to complement the modern coastal lifestyle, the wines are approachable in their youth, but many will age gracefully for ten years or more.
BEST WINES TO CELLAR
2021 Le Naturaliste Cabernet Franc – $92 per bottle
Subtle threads of violets, cherry blossom and fresh juniper berries serve as highlights to an ample tapestry of black plums, cacao nib and ironstone. Sheer textures of crushed granite and black cherry skin are laced with porcelain tannin and quenching natural acidity.
- 95 pts Ray Jordan
- Will mature gracefully for 15 years
2022 Artus Chardonnay – $62 per bottle
“Strident steely citrus and taut mineral notes preside over refined oak. Focused and finessed with a creamy texture and a counterbalancing bristle of tense acidity.”
- Gold 95pts Decanter World Wine Awards, London
“Savoury butterscotch and crème brulee swirl through an engaging palate defined by a keen acid and a little grapefruit to close. Just a beautiful wine.”
- 97 pts Ray Jordan
- Cellar up to 8 years
2023 Rebus Cabernet Sauvignon – $39 per bottle
A pure vibrant fruit-dominant Cabernet. Bursting with punchy red fruits with overtones of violet and cherry. The palate is medium-bodied with a seamless oak and fruit integration. A beautiful wine for drinking in the short term but also good to cellar for up to 10 years.
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A 160 Johnson Rd, Wilyabrup WA 6280
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