Species: Vitis Vinifera
Parentage: Cross between Pinot & Gouais Blanc
Aliases: Aubaine, Beaunois, Gamay Blanc, Melon Blanc...
Grape Color: White
Regions: Though the origins of Chardonnay lie in France’s Burgundy region, the grape is grown worldwide.
Type(s) of the Wine the Grape Produces: Chablis, White Burgundy, Champagne
British wine writer and critic, Jancis Robinson, once noted that throughout the 80’s and 90’s in the United States, Chardonnay took its varietal qualities to the next level and ‘virtually became a brand.’
Delicate. Malleable. Neutral. Reflecting on its terroir and its winemakers’ preferences, Chardonnay gained fame from its widespread success in the Burgundy and Champagne regions of France. If a painter stares at his blank white canvas with a thousand possibilities of expressing himself to society, winemakers do no differently with Chardonnay. This varietal holds the rare quality of having its flavors mold to the many differences in Read more »
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Chardonnay on SnoothJune 2013
I am a server in a casual dining restaurant with a greater emphasis on wine ... on wine ... varietal)" Chardonnay isn't too hard. "Do you prefer a nice oaky, buttery Chardonnay or something crisper?" And, of course, in some cases I have the opportunity to suggest a wine that I legitimately and frequently enjoy myself. Other than that, wh... Read More
June 2013
I found it to be perfectly drinkable. Even yummy. But on the sweet side, which is not what I usually go for. Read More
June 2013
I am SO NOT a wine snob. But this has got to be the WORST wine I've ever tasted. Did I just get a bad bottle? It's cold. It was kept properly after purchase. I just opened it. It tastes like...I don't know...ham? Read More
June 2013
With summer upon us the consumption of Sauvignon Blanc is about to explode! Of ... ... which includes Cabernet, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc, no wine is as seasonal as little old Sauvy. It’s light, crisp character just screams ‘drink me this summer’, and with so many other options appearing on retailers shelves and competing for ... Read More
June 2013
Not necessarily. Cava is made the same way Champagne is. Then it follows, ... used are not Pinot Noir or Chardonnay, so they differ in that respect, but you don't get a lot of up front fruit. And these days, the Spanish laws have been changed so that they can use more Chardonnay, which on one hand I think is a shame but on the other I guess is... Read More
June 2013
Flowery wine, acacia, almond. Very nice with frilled fish on fresh air. Read More
June 2013
A bright golden colour, this Macon wine has pear, butterscotch and a hint of ... ... A very decent Burgundian Chardonnay at its peak. Drink up. 87 point Read More
Jun 10
What accompaniments do you have with it?
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Sep 23
Hi, We recently tried your idol Chardonnay whilst holidaying in Lara Beach and we fell in love with this tasty yet delicate wine.. could you please tell me if this is sold in the UK? Kind Regards Ony
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Feb 3, 2012
Talbott. The Kali Hart is the best value for the dollar today and light in oak. The Sleepy Hollow vineyard is burgundian to me... also a great value
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Jun 14, 2011
what is the calorie content of 8 oz. of the chard. boxed ?
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Apr 9, 2011
I'm visiting the Carneros region. Would appreciate any suggestions for wineries with nice oak chards. Thanks.
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Mar 3, 2011
Hello All!!! its Beamer! I have just tried a new vintage called Fog Head. from California, Very very tasty!!!! wicked fruit blend, that goes great with chicken! (what i just ate for din din) latley trying new chardonnay's have been pissing me off, in the sense that jackson triggs, gave me an allergic reaction to my eyes!!!!! but this one i...
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Feb 27, 2011
What does VC mean as the tag for Sterling Chardonnay?
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784621
Jan 26, 2011
I love Chard with oak and even heavy oak. Any suggestions?
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745981
Jan 26, 2011
I was told by the salesperson that the Dona Sole Chardonnay has oak. There is no indication on the bottle stating the contents.
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745981
Nov 19, 2010
Love it
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