Wines made from Chardonnay grapes of Alghero

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

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 Sardinia

Sardinian DOC (1995) in the northwest around Alghero (Catalan enclave), Nurra plain ventilated by sea breezes, limestone and clay soils. Torbato is the exclusive signature white (~90 ha, Catalan heritage): dry and taut with citrus, yellow apple, white flowers, almond and a saline touch, fresh acidity and moderate alcohol despite the sunshine - often as spumante. Cabernet and Sangiovese for Mediterranean reds. Vendemmia Tardiva for golden sweet wines.

What are the typical flavors of the Chardonnay grape variety?