The 2024 Commune of Buttons Basket Town Chardonnay is a beautifully restrained and expressive Adelaide Hills Chardonnay from Jasper Button and Sophie Thomson, made from organically farmed fruit with a thoughtful minimal-intervention approach. Cool-climate freshness and purity sit at the heart of the wine, with gentle winemaking allowing the site and vintage to shine clearly. The nose opens with white peach, lemon curd and grapefruit layered with subtle flinty reduction, cashew, oatmeal and delicate citrus blossom. There’s an impressive mineral tension and savoury complexity that gives the wine both elegance and depth.
On the palate, it is medium-bodied with fine texture, bright natural acidity and beautifully balanced fruit concentration. Fresh stone fruit and citrus flavours are supported by subtle creamy lees texture, gentle oak spice and a mineral-driven line that carries through the long finish. The wine feels energetic and precise while still offering lovely generosity and complexity.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2024 Commune of Buttons Basket Town Chardonnay is a superb modern Adelaide Hills Chardonnay - refined, mineral and beautifully balanced between freshness and texture. Perfect with grilled seafood, roast chicken, creamy pasta dishes or soft cheeses. Enjoy now through 2034+.
