Wines made from Chardonnay grapes of Lake Erie North Shore
Discover the best wines made with Chardonnay as a single variety or as a blend of Lake Erie North Shore.
More informations about the variety Chardonnay
Whites with many faces: mineral and taut at Chablis (lemon, green apple, flint), opulent and buttery at Meursault and Puligny-Montrachet (hazelnut, brioche, yellow fruits), tense and chalky in Champagne (Blanc de Blancs). Also vinified sparkling and widely exported (Sonoma, Margaret River, Casablanca). A Burgundian variety, a cross of Pinot Noir × Gouais Blanc, half-sibling of Aligoté.
More informations about the region of Ontario
Canada's southernmost VQA (north shore of Lake Erie, ~42 degrees N, Tuscan latitude), ~600 ha with Ontario's highest heat accumulation, sandy-gravelly soils. Riesling signature white king: taut with citrus, white peach, apple, white flowers and mineral touch, vibrant acidity. Spiced Cabernet Franc, supple Merlot and airy Pinot Noir in reds. Signature speciality: golden concentrated icewine (apricot, honey, candied citrus) from early winters.
What are the typical flavors of the Chardonnay grape variety?
- Tree fruitPresent in 3% of Chardonnay
- EarthPresent in 2% of Chardonnay
- OakPresent in 2% of Chardonnay
- Citrus fruitPresent in 1% of Chardonnay
- MicrobioPresent in 1% of Chardonnay
- Tropical fruitPresent in 1% of Chardonnay