2025 Dormilona Chenin Blanc

A vibrant and characterful Margaret River Chenin Blanc — fresh and textured, with quince and honeydew generosity, citrus zest and the natural wine energy and minimal-intervention purity that has made Dormilona one of Australia's most celebrated and talked-about natural wine producers.

Dormilona — Spanish for “sleepyhead” — unhurried, unforced and utterly delicious. 94 points and outstanding value at $36.

94 Points – Halliday Wine Companion

Margaret River, WA

$36 a bottle
Natural Wine • Chenin Blanc • Dormilona • Margaret River

"A vibrant and characterful Margaret River Chenin Blanc — fresh and textured, with quince and honeydew generosity, citrus zest and the natural wine energy and minimal-intervention purity that defines Dormilona as one of Australia's most celebrated natural wine producers."

Tasting Notes

Appearance:
Pale straw with green highlights — bright, luminous and alive.

Aroma:
Fresh and expressive with:

• quince and honeydew melon
• white peach and citrus zest
• honeysuckle and subtle floral lift
• gentle waxy complexity and natural wine energy

Classic Chenin Blanc aromatics with Dormilona's signature natural wine freshness and purity — vibrant, textured and deeply food-friendly.

Palate:
Medium-bodied with fine texture, fresh acidity and satisfying length.
Expect flavours of:

• quince, honeydew and white peach
• citrus zest and stone fruit
• honeysuckle and gentle waxy complexity
• fine mineral freshness and natural wine energy
• fresh acidity delivering balance, vitality and length

The wine delivers stone fruit freshness with textural complexity and natural wine vitality, combining Chenin Blanc's natural versatility with Margaret River's extraordinary cool-climate precision and Dormilona's celebrated minimal-intervention approach.

Finish:
Fresh and persistent with lingering quince, citrus zest, honeysuckle and fine mineral notes.

Critical Acclaim

94pts – Halliday Wine Companion

About Dormilona

Dormilona — Spanish for “sleepyhead” — is a celebrated Margaret River natural wine producer founded by Josephine Perry, one of Australia's most respected and pioneering natural winemakers. The name captures the unhurried, unforced philosophy at the heart of Dormilona's winemaking — minimal intervention, maximum expression, wines that are alive with energy and character. Josephine Perry's Chenin Blanc has become one of the most talked-about natural wine expressions in the country, showcasing the extraordinary potential of Margaret River for this versatile and food-friendly variety.

It represents:

• vibrant, characterful Margaret River Chenin Blanc from one of Australia's most celebrated natural wine producers
• Josephine Perry's minimal-intervention approach to showcasing the purity and energy of Margaret River Chenin Blanc
• outstanding value for a 94-point, food-friendly natural wine Chenin Blanc

Wine Details

• Vintage: 2025
• Variety: Chenin Blanc
• Region: Margaret River, WA
• Producer: Dormilona
• Style: Natural wine — minimal intervention, unfined, unfiltered
• Serving Temperature: 8–12°C
• Cellaring: Drink now – 2030

Food Pairings

• Roast chicken with cream sauce
• Grilled barramundi
• Charcuterie and cured meats
• Soft and fresh cheeses
• Pasta with herbs and olive oil
• Spicy Thai dishes

Why We Love It

This is vibrant, characterful Margaret River Chenin Blanc from one of Australia's most celebrated and pioneering natural wine producers.
At $36, it delivers 94-point Halliday quality and outstanding natural wine Chenin Blanc character at an exceptional price.

A must-have for lovers of fresh, food-friendly natural whites and great-value Margaret River wine.