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Our Winemaking Principle

Wines made by Dromana Estate reflect their cool climate characteristics as much as they can. It is our belief that all wines are initially created in the vineyard, and to best reflect this, we use a minimal interference policy. To achieve this, indigenous yeast is predominantly used, and there is minimal use of additives such as sulphur, tartaric acid, and various fining agents. Most of our red wines are not filtered prior to bottling and we hope that through these measures, our wines achieve that sense of time and place, or terroir, to use the French term.

Sustainability and Embracing Renewable Technology

Sustainable and environmentally friendly production of both wine and food is one of our main priorities. Located on the Peninsula, by the coastline and amongst open woodlands with an abundance of wildlife, It is important that we protect and conserve our beautiful surrounding ecosystems and our home.

While viticulture requires a significant amount of water, All water we use is treated onsite. The recycled, A-Grade water, now at a drinkable standard, can be reused in the vineyard, restaurant, and throughout wine production. In our restaurant we utilises evacuated tube hot water systems, which reduces the use of electricity or LPG. These developments have not only drastically decreased water waste, but protects nearby waterways from possibly toxic, untreated water.

We aim to be a pioneer in renewable energy with sustainable wine and food production and have installed a 99 kWh solar panel system to produce ALL electricity used in the vineyard, wine production, restaurant and other food production.

Protecting the Environment and Vegan Friendly

It is our belief that exceptional wines arise from great grapes and vineyard management. We are always working to reduce our environmental impact by keeping the use of fungicides to the absolute minimum and endeavour to use organic options when available, resulting in beautiful, premium wines that are as sustainable and eco-friendly as we find possible. We have always believed in using minimal preservatives throughout wine production, including during fermentation and filtering which allow the natural flavour of our wine to shine. In continuing efforts to improve, post 2019, no animal products have been used in any stages of our wine production, denoting our 2019 vintage and onwards vegan friendly.

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