Wines made from Chardonnay grapes of Controguerra

Discover the best wines made with Chardonnay as a single variety or as a blend of Controguerra.

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 Abruzzo

Abruzzese DOC (1996) in northern Teramo (Ancarano, Colonnella, Torano Nuovo), Adriatic maritime hills. Montepulciano leads in reds (~70% of Rosso) — fleshy and sun-drenched with ripe notes of black cherry, plum, blackberry and a hint of savoury herbs, supple tannins and moderate acidity. Cabernet and Merlot as structuring Bordeaux complements. Trebbiano and Passerina in lively whites with citrus, stone fruit and floral hints.

What are the typical flavors of the Chardonnay grape variety?