Wines made from Chardonnay grapes of Thrace
Discover the best wines made with Chardonnay as a single variety or as a blend of Thrace.
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 Thrace
Eastern region shared between Turkey, Greece and Bulgaria, a fascinating native palette. On the Turkish side, Öküzgözü ("ox eye") is the signature red: deep ruby with signature notes of ripe cherry, raspberry, plum, spice and a floral touch, supple tannins and lively acidity. More tannic, structured Boğazkere, local Papazkarası. Fresh Narince whites (citrus, flowers, almond), lively Emir.
What are the typical flavors of the Chardonnay grape variety?
- Citrus fruitPresent in 17% of Chardonnay
- Tree fruitPresent in 16% of Chardonnay
- OakPresent in 14% of Chardonnay
- EarthPresent in 13% of Chardonnay
- MicrobioPresent in 11% of Chardonnay