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 »
| Winery: | De Morgenzon |
| Region: | South Africa » Stellenbosch |
| Type: | Table Wines |
The combination of tomatoes, peppers, bread, and almonds makes this shortcut version of romesco a big crowd-pleaser. Though the flavors pair well with anything from vegetable crudités to grilled ch... Read more »
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Chardonnay on Snooth
May 2013
Wonderful nose with kisses of everything. Oak, toast, minerality, peach, ... ... the winning 1973 Montelena Chardonnay was in style. 91 pts.5/10/13 at wine Read More
May 2013
Great, luscious nose. Light toast. Peach, apricot and golden apple aromas. Nice creamy texture on the palate yet with crisp acidity. Flavors of apple, pear and mango with a nice minerality. 89 pts.5/10/13 at winery Read More
May 2013
Bartlett pear and golden apple on the nose. Crisp with good acidity. Apple and pear flavors with light oak in a toasty pastry aspect with hints of baking spices. Really tasty and nicely balanced. 89 pts.5/9/13 at winery Read More
May 2013
Spicy caramel and butterscotch tones on the nose. Still has great acid and lovely texture on the palate. Roasted hazelnut, apple, toasted marshmallow. Showing very nice and age has added lovely complexity to the flavors.92 pts.5/9/13 at winery Read More
May 2013
Subtle nose of peach and citrus. Vibrant acid on the palate giving it a nice freshness. Citrus driven flavors with nice minerality and is juicy, yet crisp. 88 pts.5/9/13 at winery Read More
May 2013
25% new French oak and no ML. Lovely nose. Bit of oak along with brioche, peach, nectarine, apple, pear, honey and a touch of sea air. Lovely texture on the palate as well with great balance. Crisp, vibrant and refreshing. Great complexity and structure with flavors of crisp apple, pear, peach and citrus with flaky pastry. Nice touch of mi... Read More
May 2013
Light peach and tangerine with pineapple and fresh cream on the nose. Nice acid on the palate. Vibrant with crisp fruit. Good balance and very little oak. I was told 1/3 stainless steel, 1/3 concrete and 1/3 2nd-use oak. Nice and viscous with pear and apple flavors. 86 pts.5/9/13 at winery Read More
May 2013
Should be great with Chardonnay!Definitely would try some Chablis, and CA Chard. Can you get Heitz up there? That's a good one with pretty good distribution from CA.Definitely try to go at least 1er Cru from Chablis. Read More
May 2013
Elegant nose of delicate apple tart. I always love AO chardonnay! Aromas of creme brulee, honey, pear and brioche. Fresh acidity balancing out the voluptuous flavors of banana yogurt, caramel, slight butterscotch and vanilla bean along with toasted brioche. Awesome!94 pts. at winery Read More
May 2013
No ml and no oak. Crisp, vibrant citrus, pear and light lemon on the nose. Palate has biting acidity and grapefruit notes as well as lemon. Nice, refreshing style.87 pts.At winery Read More
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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727845 
Jun 14, 2011
what is the calorie content of 8 oz. of the chard. boxed ?
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861559 
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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782313 
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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489356 
Aug 24, 2010
I have a 1991 Chardonnay with a serial number of 06098 is it worth anything
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