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Chardonnay
There is hardly a region in the world where Chardonnay is not planted. In the 1990s, Chardonnay almost became a brand in its own right, with New World producers actively marketing their wines under the grape name.
In the past winemakers have tried to emulate the great whites from Burgundy and Chablis, and have been criticised for not forging their own style. They now produce Chardonnay in their own ways, aligning production more closely to their locality.
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- Origin
- France
- Burgundy
- Chablis
A lighter and more mineralic style of Grand Cru Chablis. This is due to the vineyard is facing south western which makes for a cooler mesoclimate than... Read More -
- Origin
- France
- Champagne
Full and rich with a toasty character, this a truly well made Champagne from this renowned Champagne house. Read More -
- Origin
- France
- Champagne
Created expressly for mixology, Veuve Clicquot Rich is a versatile Champagne designed to allow anyone to create their own playful drinking experience. Read More -
- Origin
- France
- Champagne
Vinified as a homage to the exceptional Chardonnays grown on pure chalk from the Montagne de Reims, this single vintage Blanc de Blancs expresses all ... Read More -
- Origin
- France
- Champagne
The "Sélection de Parcelles” cuvée combines the sensual minerality of the Chardonnay Premier Cru from Villers-Marmery with the elegant power of th... Read More -
- Origin
- Southern France
- Languedoc
Elegant and finely balanced with a luscious creaminess which is reminiscent of the whites of Burgundy. An exquisite Chardonnay from the Languedoc. Read More -
- Origin
- France
Burgundian in style, with an expressive nose of exotic fruits, white flowers and citrus. The palate is nicely rounded with more of the same very pleas... Read More -
- Origin
- France
- Champagne
Full and rich with a toasty character, this a truly well made Champagne from this renowned Champagne house. Read More -
- Origin
- Lebanon
- Bekaa Valley
Rich, yet fresh white wine from the iconic Chateau Musar of Lebanon. Aromas of pears, apricots and pineapples evolving into a long smooth finish. Read More -
- Origin
- France
- Champagne
An incredibly complex prestige cuvee with perfectly balanced notes of lemon peel, white pepper and a rich toastiness. A truly multidimensional Champag... Read More -
- Origin
- France
- Champagne
Weak summer morning sunlight in colour and orange blossom and wet chalk on the nose. Rich toast and peach dominate the flavour profile with precise, d... Read More -
- Origin
- France
- Champagne
Superb! Perhaps the greatest name in Champagne, producing big rich wines that can live for many years in bottle. One of the truly great champagnes, th... Read More -
- Origin
- France
- Champagne
Expressive nose with aromas of red fruit (wild strawberry, raspberry and gooseberry) that develop into more complex aromas (fig, fresh almond and berg... Read More -
- Origin
- France
- Champagne
The perfect expression of the fruity and elegant aromas of Henriet Bazins Grand-Cru plots in Verzenay and Verzy, this blended Rosé contains a good pr... Read More -
- Origin
- France
- Champagne
A half bottle of superb fruit harmonies with excellent depth and structure. Read More -
- Origin
- France
- Champagne
Soft and creamy in texture; elegantly perfumed with a refined bead and consistent quality. Read More -
- Origin
- France
- Burgundy
Rich and slightly creamy, this Cremant from the highly acclaimed co-operative Cave de Lugny shows notes of citrus and apple with a fresh and crisp fin... Read More -
- Origin
- France
- Loire
- Saumur
This sparkling wine is fresh and lively on the palate with the floral bouquet typical of Chenin Blanc. Well-balanced and light with an elegant afterta... Read More -
- Origin
- England
- West Sussex & Hampshire
A toasty and complex sparkling wine with the aromas of fresh citrus balanced with floral notes, leading on to a rich pastry and brioche characters. Read More -
- Origin
- France
- Champagne
Pale gold with a sparkling mousse and a floral aroma which leads to a creamy, toasty palate with characters of puffed wheat and brioche that add extra... Read More -
- Origin
- France
- Burgundy
Golden yellow in colour with green tints; the nose shows fresh apple and pear, with nutty aromas, and the palate is rich and round with well-balanced ... Read More -
- Origin
- France
- Burgundy
- Cotes de Beaune
A stunning Chardonnay from one of the best regarded appellations in Burgundy. This is complex wine with aromas of juicy green apple, luscious peach an... Read More -
- Origin
- France
- Burgundy
Considerable care has gone into this white Burgundy’s oak maturation resulting in a beautifully rounded and elegantly rich full bodied wine. You ca... Read More -
- Origin
- France
- Burgundy
A rich and powerful white with notes of fleshy stone fruit, melted butter and toast. Fresh acidity and a mineral character balances the rich and cream... Read More
Key Countries and Regions
Primarily France (Burgundy, Chablis, Meursault, Montrachet, Pouilly Fuissé and Champagne); some particularly good Chardonnay is being produced in South Africa, New Zealand, California, Australia and Chile, where the flavour is more potent.
Climate Suitability
Chardonnay is regarded as the perfect grape variety -- it is easy to grow in most climates and also makes good-quality wine.
Colour and Flavours
Chardonnay is a white wine, and is slightly sweet to taste. The wines have a distinct elegance supported by an intense and well-balanced range of aromas.
Synonyms
Aubaine (an old Burgundian synonym no longer used); Beaunois (a rare Burgundian synonym) and Pinot Chardonnay (old).
