Wines made from Chardonnay grapes of Colli Piacentini
Discover the best wines made with Chardonnay as a single variety or as a blend of Colli Piacentini.
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.
DOC of Emilia-Romagna at the far west (Piacenza), a tradition of red frizzante. Star Gutturnio: a dry or sparkling red blend of Barbera (55-70%, lively cherry-and-plum acidity) + Croatina (black-fruit density and a peppery touch), fresh tannins and a light fizz - the Emilian aperitif with charcuterie. Also Bonarda, firm Cabernet Sauvignon, fine Pinot Noir. Fresh whites: aromatic Malvasia (rose, muscat), Trebbiano, lively native Ortrugo, Sauvignon, Chardonnay.