History
This early-ripening grape is a natural cross between Pinot Noir and Gouais Blanc.
This country is the second-largest producer of Chardonnay.
This term describes the mouthwatering, zesty sensation of unoaked Chardonnay.
What is acidity?
Chardonnay is often called this because it adapts easily to many climates and styles.
In the 1980s–90s, this style of Chardonnay became known for big oak, high alcohol, and butter.
This high-altitude region in Argentina, known for Malbec, is also gaining traction for its fresh, mineral Chardonnay.
What is Mendoza?
This common winemaking technique adds creaminess and buttery flavor to Chardonnay.
What is malolatic fermentation?
Chardonnay is one of the three main grapes used to make this sparkling wine.
What is Champagne?
Chardonnay likely originated in this small village in Burgundy.
In Champagne, this term refers to a sparkling wine made exclusively from Chardonnay.
What is Blanc de Blancs?
A Chardonnay aged on lees might remind you of this breakfast item.
What is toast (or brioche)?
Chardonnay is an early-budding grape, which makes it especially vulnerable to this vineyard hazard.
This famous blind tasting helped put California Chardonnay on the global wine map in 1976.
What is Judgment of Paris?
This small island state in the Southern Hemisphere is producing some of the world’s most sought-after cool-climate Chardonnays.
What is Tasmania?
A Chardonnay with no oak, no MLF, and stainless steel fermentation is likely to taste like this style.
What is Chablis?
This fermentation vessel, popular in natural wine, adds texture without imparting oak.