Tasting Notes
Parcels of Chardonnay from the Clover and ABC vineyards were added to a rolling ferment for the macerated chardonnay in 2022. The fruit was hand sorted and destemmed then chilled. The fermentation went for 3 weeks with gentle pump overs performed once a day to ensure minimal oxygen exposure and tannin extraction. The ferment was pressed to 60% extraction leaving behind the hard pressings. Elevage was for 11 months in a 1850L fodre on full lees, and bottling took place on February 8th 2023 with 2200 bottles produced. The macerated chardonnay is golden in colour and there is a hint of terpene in the finish, it is smooth and well-rounded with jasmine and orange blossoms, it is loose in the mouth, but the natural acidity from gentle extraction lingers and tightens the wine in the finish. - Winery Note
Commune of Buttons is the natural-wine project of Jasper Button with the support of his sister, Sophie, based on the family’s Fernglen farm in Basket Range, Adelaide Hills. Originally planted in the mid-1990s, Jasper returned in the early 2010s to revive the 3.5 hectares of mature Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Nebbiolo vineyards, embracing organic and biodynamic methods to restore soil health and farming vitality.
The name "Commune" reflects Jasper’s belief in collaborative winemaking—rooted in the shared spirit of the Basket Range community and the sense of belonging he discovered during harvests with growers from Beaujolais to local South Australian peers. His viticultural practices are hands-on and regenerative—mulch, biodynamic composts, teas and green pruning support low-yielding, expressive vines, while dry-grown farming ensures fresh, site-driven fruit always remains the focus.
In the cellar, Jasper blends European influence with Australian fruit: long, cool fermentations, minimal intervention, and aging with textural intent—red wines briefly in barriques then in steel for finesse, whites elevated on lees in demi-muids over two winters. Sulphur is used sparingly, only when needed, to preserve integrity and freshness.
Commune of Buttons’ wines are celebrated for their clarity, texture, and vibrant precision—natural expressions that capture not just the richness of the Adelaide Hills, but also Jasper’s dedication to thoughtful farming and authentic winemaking.
| Product Type | Wine White Chardonnay |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Country | Australia |
| Region | South Australia |
| Sub Region | Adelaide Hills |
| Winemaking Practices | Natural |
| Vineyard Practices | Organic/Biodynamic |