Wines made from Chardonnay grapes of Tamar Valley
Discover the best wines made with Chardonnay as a single variety or as a blend of Tamar Valley.
More informations about the variety Chardonnay
The white Chardonnay is a grape variety that originated in France (Burgundy). It produces a variety of grape specially used for wine making. It is rare to find this grape to eat on our tables. This variety of grape is characterized by small bunches, and small grapes. White Chardonnay can be found in many vineyards: South West, Burgundy, Jura, Languedoc & Roussillon, Cognac, Bordeaux, Beaujolais, Savoie & Bugey, Loire Valley, Champagne, Rhone Valley, Armagnac, Lorraine, Alsace, Provence & Corsica.
More informations about the region of Tasmanie
Tamar Valley is a wine-producing region on the Northern coast of Tasmania. It occupies an area around Launceston, Tasmania's second largest city, and follows the course of the Tamar river for approximately 30 miles (50km). Like much of Tasmania, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Riesling are the most important grape varieties planted here, making balanced, premium wines in the area's cool maritime Climate. Sauvignon Blanc has also become important in Tamar Valley, as has Pinot Gris, which is also labeled here under the guise of Pinot Grigio and Gewurztraminer.
What are the typical flavors of the Chardonnay grape variety?
- Citrus fruitPresent in 6% of Chardonnay
- Tree fruitPresent in 5% of Chardonnay
- EarthPresent in 4% of Chardonnay
- MicrobioPresent in 4% of Chardonnay
- OakPresent in 4% of Chardonnay
News about the grape variety Chardonnay
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