Grape Varietals / Regions
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Chardonnay Tasting Notes

From Burgundy in France, this white grape is grown worldwide and is the world’s second most planted white.
Varies in style from cooler climates to warmer climates. Pairs with seafood and butter sauces, chicken, grilled seafood.

Test

Sweetness
Dry Sweet
Body
Light Full
Acidity
Low High
Tannin
Low High

Red apple

Pear

Peach

Vanilla

Butter

Mineral

Chardonnay – Fun Facts

Second most planted white grape
in the world, behind Airen.

Chardonnay is one of the three permitted
varietals in the production of champagne.

Offspring of Pinot Noir and Gouais Blanc.

Chardonnay – Prominent Grape Growing Areas

Chardonnay – Prominent Grape Growing Areas