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
Always a good go-to Chard for me. Nice nose of baked apple pie. Crisp and fresh on the palate. Apple tart and grilled pineapple flavors. Hints of guava. Nice with good balance. 90 pts.5/10/13 at winery Read More
May 2013
Nose of creme brulee shell. Toasty. Interesting flavors of caramel corn and toasty hazelnut. Nice. Finishes on a kettle corn note. 93 pts.5/10/13 at winery Read More
May 2013
Poison in a bottle.Bay Bridge Wines are made in Livermore C.A. Livermore is the home of a nuclear power plant that has dumped more radioactive plutonium and nuclear waste into the soil and water of Livermore than any other city in the whole U.S. I have drank this wine for a long time and I am afraid that I will get cancer. Please do the research... Read More
May 2013
Well, dinner was a huge success. We started with a yummy romesco and crostini ... ... served with the Ardeche Chardonnay. The Olive and avocado soup was served with Bochard Pere and Fils Reserve Bourgogne Chardonnay and that worked very well together. I just used a white vinegar BTW, as it was a very old recipe and I figured that's what they ... Read More
May 2013
As many of my regular readers know, I am a huge fan of Oregon Chardonnay and a firm believer that it should be considered one of our signature grapes - right alongside Pinot Noir. Aromas of pears, honeysuckle, Meyer lemons and a hint of wet stone enter onto the palate with a super-pleasing citrus-zest. Green apple, clove and a tiny hint of van... Read More
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
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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